Busser/Food Runner
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Buck & Honeys
Waunakee, WI, US
Summary
Support restaurant operations by assisting servers and bartenders with food running, bussing, and hosting duties. Maintain a clean and professional environment while providing exceptional hospitality to guests.
Job Description
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
Position: Support Staff – Food Runner/Expo
Reporting To: General Manager, FOH Manager - Waunakee
FLSA Classification: Part-Time
Job Summary
Buck & Honey’s is seeking enthusiastic and friendly Food Runners/Expo to join our team! Applicants must be at least 16 years of age to be considered for this role. Evening and weekend availability is required to be candidates to be considered.
As a support staff member, you’ll assist servers and bartenders to create a unique and memorable experience for our guests. In this role, you may serve as a host, busser, food runner, or dock hand, contributing to the seamless flow of restaurant operations. At Buck & Honey’s, support staff deliver exceptional hospitality with enthusiasm, positivity, and a personal touch.
Duties and Responsibilities
Guest Interactions
- Act professionally and positively with coworkers, guests, and the public.
- Answer phones, take reservations, and process take-out orders (hosts, dock hands).
- Clear and reset tables efficiently.
- Collaborate as a supportive teammate with all coworkers.
Housekeeping
- Maintain pristine cleanliness throughout the restaurant.
- Perform hourly restroom checks, ensuring proper levels of supplies (e.g., paper towels, soap, toilet paper).
This job description outlines general responsibilities; other duties may be assigned as needed.
Education and Experience
- No prior experience required; training will be provided.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
- Strong customer service skills and proactive problem-solving abilities.
- Accountability for actions, successes, and areas for improvement.
- Adaptability to a dynamic work environment and changing organizational needs.
- Maintain a high level of personal grooming, cleanliness, and professional appearance.
- Familiarity with or willingness to learn restaurant software and applications (for hosts and dock hands).
Working Conditions
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Physical Requirements:
- Active role involving standing and walking for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
- Ability to lift and carry 25-40 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and stooping.
- Visual acuity to distinguish shapes and ensure safety.
- Hearing ability to understand and respond to verbal communication effectively.
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Environment:
- Moderate to loud noise typical of a restaurant environment.
- Exposure to outdoor environmental factors during the summer season.
Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Why Join Buck & Honey’s?
We’re more than a workplace—we’re a community. Whether you're looking to grow your skills or enjoy a supportive, fun environment, Buck & Honey’s offers an opportunity to be part of a team that values positivity, inclusion, and excellence.
Buck and Honey Birkinbine were one of the area’s best-known residents. They once owned and farmed the land where our first location in Sun Prairie sits today.
Together they lived a life of service and philanthropy in the community and were well known for hosting good company at their home on Windsor Street. It is in their spirit that we present to you Buck & Honey’s Restaurants.
Every effort is made at Buck & Honey’s to make you feel as though you’ve dropped by an old friend’s house. A friend that has an undeniable passion for service and prepares amazingly fresh food out of a scratch kitchen. A friend with an upscale casual atmosphere, huge patios, live music, craft brews on tap, specialty craft cocktails, and an extensive wine list. A true friend, indeed!
Mission: Our mission is to consistently deliver creative, yet familiar food in a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere. We facilitate the fun to ensure each guest has a memorable experience at a great value.
Founded
2010
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Restaurants
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Buck and Honey Birkinbine were one of the area’s best-known residents. They once owned and farmed the land where our first location in Sun Prairie sits today.
Together they lived a life of service and philanthropy in the community and were well known for hosting good company at their home on Windsor Street. It is in their spirit that we present to you Buck & Honey’s Restaurants.
Every effort is made at Buck & Honey’s to make you feel as though you’ve dropped by an old friend’s house. A friend that has an undeniable passion for service and prepares amazingly fresh food out of a scratch kitchen. A friend with an upscale casual atmosphere, huge patios, live music, craft brews on tap, specialty craft cocktails, and an extensive wine list. A true friend, indeed!
Mission: Our mission is to consistently deliver creative, yet familiar food in a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere. We facilitate the fun to ensure each guest has a memorable experience at a great value.
Founded
2010
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Restaurants
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Sun Prairie, Wisconsin