Job Description
Job Location: HARTFORD, CT 06103
Salary Range: $16.94 - $16.94 Base+Commission/month
Job Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceEXPEDITOR – Trumbull Kitchen, Hartford, CT
Join the Max Hospitality Team!
Trumbull Kitchen, located in Hartford, CT, is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented part-time Food Runner/Expeditor with open availability. If you're upbeat, organized, and passionate about helping create smooth, enjoyable service for guests, we’d love to hear from you!
Max Hospitality is dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences through high-quality cuisine, attentive service, and a team culture rooted in growth and professionalism. We look for individuals who are passionate about hospitality and eager to contribute to our dynamic group of restaurants.
Trumbull Kitchen is a modern, upscale restaurant known for its inventive approach to contemporary American cuisine infused with global flavors. Located in Hartford’s vibrant downtown, it has become a go-to destination for guests seeking refined dishes, craft cocktails, and a stylish yet approachable atmosphere. With a reputation for culinary excellence and creative energy, Trumbull Kitchen is where bold flavors and elevated service come together. The ideal candidate is a motivated, detail-oriented chef who thrives under pressure and leads by example in a high-performing kitchen.
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- Employee Discount on Meals
- Flexible Scheduling
- Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
- 401(k) with matching up to 4%
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Referral program
- Life, accident, critical illness & pet insurance
- Career development within the Max Hospitality group
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of food from the kitchen to guests, maintaining quality and presentation.
- Act as a communication link between the kitchen and front-of-house, relaying order details and special requests.
- Inspect plates before they leave the kitchen, ensuring they meet Max Burger’s standards.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, organized service station.
- Support the team during busy shifts by helping with table resets, running food, and keeping service flow smooth.
- Help create an efficient and positive dining experience for every guest.
QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For:
Experience:
- Experience in casual or upscale-casual restaurants is preferred.
- At least 1 year in full-service restaurant, with focus on Kitchen, Line, Expo, Food running.
- Previous front-of-house as well as back-of-house experience is also preferred, particularly in a high-volume, guest-focused environment.
Skills and Qualities:
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask during peak service.
- Attention to detail to ensure food is served accurately and attractively.
- Effective communicator able to relay information clearly between kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Composed and efficient in a fast-paced, team-driven setting.
- Dependable and enthusiastic, with a positive attitude and guest-first mindset.
- Able to stand for extended periods and carry food trays as needed.
- Committed to maintaining high standards of service and food presentation.
Diversity Creates a Healthy Atmosphere:
Max Hospitality is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants with criminal backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
