Food Runner/ Expo

Be a part of something exciting!

La Popular is a chef-driven concept born in Mexico City, one of the world’s most exciting culinary hubs. Since launching in Roseville, CA in 2022, we’ve expanded to Austin, Porter Ranch, and Claremont—with more locations on the way.

Our mission is simple: serve authentic Mexican food with bold flavors, in a space that feels alive and welcoming. And that comes down to our people.

We’re building a team that brings:

• Energy – A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm that lifts everyone around you.
• Discovery – A constant curiosity to learn, grow, and explore new flavors, ideas, and ways to improve.
• Community – A mindset of connection and collaboration—with our guests and with each other.

If that sounds like you, we’d love to have you on the team.

 

The Perks!

• Competitive hourly wages plus tips
• Weekly Pay
• Fun & Fast Paced Environment
• Company contests that include experiential trips to exciting beverage and food destinations
• Employee Assistance Program - focusing on mental health providing licensed counseling, community support and much more. Available for all team members and their families
• Huge Growth and Development Opportunities- Over 65% of our team is promoted from within. 
• Employee Discounts
  

 

Purpose of the Position 

Expedite all menu items throughout the shift to the guest within La Popular’s time standards and provide the best quality product  for each guest. This is a non-exempt position that reports directly to the General Manager and indirectly to others in management. 

Essential Job Functions 

• Energy
• Passion to discover something new everyday
• Community involvement
• Outgoing personality
• Passion for the brand
• Positive Attitude
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Compliance with employee handbook and training manuals
• Limited beer, tequila and mezcal knowledge
• Adhere to La Popular’s policies (i.e., dress code) 
• Fast foot speed and ability to work successfully in a fast paced environment
• Greet or assist any and all guests encountered at with a genuinely friendly disposition (i.e., a warm smile)
• Attend to the needs of all guests in a professional and courteous manner and answer the telephone as needed
• Memorize food, drink and rotating menus on a daily basis in order to respond to guests’ inquiries 
• Observe state and federal laws regarding the service of alcohol
• Know all table and bar seat numbers and deliver food and drink orders with proper placement  
• Set up expo station to standard with proper garnishing tools
• Polish, replenish, and roll silverware
• Collecting dirty dishes and bringing them to the kitchen  
• Removing trash from designated areas 
• Execute proper food and drink placement at tables 
• Maintain and track time standards for all menu items 
• Replenish condiments, as needed such as straws, napkins and ice 
• Bus tables throughout the restaurant and set tables to La Popular Standards 
• Thank all departing guests and asking them to return 
• Maintain the expo area in clean condition and sweep and mop floor as needed
• Perform appropriate opening and closing duties such as cleaning and food prep
• Assemble/dismantle work station

 

Qualifications 

• At least 18 years of age

 

• Food Handler Certified 

 

• RBS Certified 

Equipment Used 

• Point-of-Sale system 
• Assorted knives, scissors 
• Coffee/Te