Food Runner

Job Details

Support Staff For an Ambitious Elevated Mexican Restaurant

About Us

Maria Isabel is a Mexican restaurant rooted in heritage, craft, and community. Our cooking draws from the regional traditions of Mexico, shaped by memory, season, and place, and expressed through the lens of Northern California’s produce and purveyors. The food is soulful and generous, guided by time-honored techniques, vibrant flavors, and a deep respect for where everything comes from.

Our approach to hospitality mirrors the kitchen. It’s warm, human, and intentional. We believe restaurants are built by people first, and that the best work happens when a team grows together, sharing knowledge, responsibility, and pride in what we create for our guests.

Responsibilities: 

• Run food from the kitchen to the correct table and seat.
• Confirm dishes, modifiers, and allergies before delivery.
• Support servers with table maintenance, clearing, resetting, and guest needs.
• Keep service stations clean, stocked, and organized.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen, servers, and managers.
• Assist with opening duties, polishing, stocking, and setup.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Follow all health, safety, and service standards.

Requirements: 

• Previous restaurant or fine dining experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Team player with good communication skills

• Stand and walk 6-7 hours per shift
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to focus and multitask in a fast-paced, high-pressure dining environment
• Flexible schedule required, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs and event operations
• Comfortable working in varying conditions, including noise, lighting, and temperature changes
• Navigate stairs, slick surfaces, and all kitchen areas safely
• Travel between San Francisco locations as needed

• Personalized structured career development plan and advancement opportunities
• A supportive, growth-oriented environment with structured professional development
• A culture rooted in craftsmanship, collaboration, and respect
• Consistent scheduling
• Family meal everyday you work
• Generous dining in discounts and retail-cost wine
• 401K matching after 6 months of employment
• Paid sick days
• Subsidized Health, Vision & Dental insurance

Maria Isabel’s Commitment to Equity & Inclusion