Food Runner

Job Description

Job Description

Casa Madera is a coastal-inspired dining experience where the spirit of the Riviera Maya meets elevated Mexican cuisine. The menu celebrates fresh, thoughtful ingredients, warm flavors, and dishes rooted in tradition while embracing a sense of ritual, grounding, and connection.

Designed to feel like a retreat from the everyday, Casa Madera blends soulful energy, handcrafted cocktails, and an atmosphere that moves effortlessly from relaxed to refined. Every moment is meant to feel immersive, intentional, and touched by the elements.

Casa Madera has locations in Toronto and West Hollywood, each offering its own interpretation of this coastal Mexican escape.

Job Summary 

The Food Runner plays a key role in maintaining the flow of service between the kitchen and the front-of-house team, ensuring all food is delivered accurately, efficiently, and at the proper temperature. This position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and extensive menu knowledge to confidently describe each dish, including modifications, upon delivery. Food Runners contribute to smooth service flow by supporting timely service, maintaining presentation standards, and assisting with table maintenance throughout the dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver food promptly from the kitchen to guests, accurately identifying each dish and verifying order details and modifications

• Maintain clear and consistent communication between the kitchen and front-of-house teams to support smooth service flow

• Ensure all food is served at the appropriate temperature and in accordance with presentation standards

• Support table maintenance by assisting with clearing and resetting dishes and utensils as needed

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with all health and safety regulations

• Proactively anticipate the needs of Servers, kitchen staff, and guests during service

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fine-dining or full-service restaurant environment preferred

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Ability to follow verbal instructions provided in English and assist with guest needs or concerns

• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

• Ability to stand for the duration of assigned shifts and lift, push, or pull up to 35 pounds

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on ziprecruiter.com. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.