Part Time Food Runner

Why us?

Position starting rate: $16.48 per hour plus tips

Job Close Date: October 24, 2026 or until filled

Urban Farmer Steakhouse is a chef-driven seasonal steakhouse in lower-downtown Denver that emphasizes sustainable practices, locally-sourced ingredients, and ethically raised meats. Urban Farmer is a family of restaurants with locations in Portland, Cleveland and Philadelphia, with its newest addition in Denver.

The Urban Farmer backdrop is warm and elegant, yet quaint and rustic, visually telling the life-story of the hardworking, country farmer who marries the cosmopolitan art collector. Urban Farmer Denver is described as "rural chic", and prides itself in taking a re-imagined and modern approach to a typical white-tablecloth New York steakhouse for the more casual Denver demographic.

Do you crave a career where you can deliver delectable experiences paired with thoughtful and caring service? Apply today!

Job Overview

Responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the timely delivery of food and ensuring that plate presentations and food quality are of the highest standard possible.

• Maintain complete knowledge of table/seat/station numbers, room capacity, hours of operation, proper table set-up, and dress code of the restaurant.

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies and service procedures

• Maintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic selections, glassware and garnishes in the restaurant.

• Maintain complete knowledge of all menu items, prices, preparation method/time, major ingredients, and quality standards of taste, appearance, texture, serving temperature, portion size, garnish, and method of presentation.

• Maintain complete knowledge of and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons, and drunk driving.

• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment, and use equipment only as intended.

• Maintain knowledge of P.O.S. and manual systems.

• Provides assistance to other employees and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department and the hotel.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training

High school education or equivalent.

Experience

Previous experience in similar position of 3 months or longer.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must have basic knowledge of restaurant operations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English (speak, read, write) with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.

• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperation, and work with a minimum of supervision.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time.

• Mobility -Able to travel up to 300 feet on a regular basis throughout the shift.

• Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting.

• Must be able to see minute objects at arm’s length, to read meters and controls.

Environment

Physically strenuous -continual standing, walking, bending and lifting in indoor environment. Intermittent exposure to extreme heat (dishroom & kitchen) and cold (coolers & freezers).

Benefits

A Rewarding Experience:

• Eligible to participate in property tip program

• Paid sick time

• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching

• Employee Assistance Program

• Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more

• Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.

Salary

USD $16.48 - USD $16.48 /Hr.

ID: 2026-33497

Position Type: Regular Part-Time

Property : The Oxford Hotel

Outlet: Urban Farmer Denver

Category: Restaurant Operations

Min: USD $16.48/Hr.

Max: USD $16.48/Hr.

Tipped Position: Yes

Address : 1600 17th St

City : Denver

State : Colorado

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability