Food Runner - Limelight Boulder

Company Description

Owned and operated by Aspen Hospitality, Limelight Hotels are your home base in the places you want to explore most. The contemporary properties are set in the heart of authentic outdoor and urban communities, and each hotel is deeply connected to its surroundings – offering a unique adventure for every guest. The guest experience is an intentional journey and the elevated, yet unpretentious nature of the stay allows guests to feel nurtured and at ease. A constant across all properties is a commitment to sustainability, unmatched hospitality, and access to an Adventure Concierge to ensure a memorable stay. Limelight’s pet-friendly hotels are located in Aspen, Colorado, just steps from the downtown core; Snowmass, Colorado, offering ski-in/ski-out access to the mountain; Ketchum, Idaho, near the base of Sun Valley’s famed ski area and walking distance to town; and in Downtown Denver, Colorado, adjacent to Union Station. Two new Limelight Hotels are slated to open in Mammoth, California, and Boulder, Colorado in 2025. Learn more at www.LimelightHotels.com. 

Job Description

Position Summary 
The Food Runner delivers and presents food to guests according to established procedures. This position also assists in clearing dishes from tables, set up and side work. This position reports to the Restaurant Manager.

Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until June 22, 2025.

Essential Job Functions/Key Job Responsibilities 
•    Serve food to guests according to standards
•    Run dishes and make serving dishes a high priority 
•    Proficient in all menus and can describe all menu items to a guest if/when necessary
•    Assist in clearing dishes from guests
•    Responsible for set-up the expediting line 
•    Polishes glasses and silverware during the entire shift and as time allows
•    Maintain the proper care and cleanliness of serving equipment such as glassware, china and silverware
•    Assist in closing jobs to re-set dining room, stock equipment, etc.
•    Attend daily pre-shift meetings
•    Make managers aware of the guest's comments and complaints
•    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements
•    High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
•    One-year related experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•    Basic knowledge of food and beverage items on the menu
•    Understanding of table numbers, seat positions, and order flow
•    Strong communication skills to relay information between kitchen and service staff
•    Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
•    Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
•    Strong attention to detail and accuracy when delivering orders
•    Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
•    Physical stamina to stand, walk, and carry heavy trays for extended periods
•    Good teamwork and collaboration skills
•    Courteous and guest-focused demeanor
•    Ability to handle guest concerns professionally and promptly
•    Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation standards
•    Ability to follow directions and adapt to changes quickly
•    Dependability and punctuality
•    Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Demands
•    Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, walk or be on your feet for extended periods of time
•    Regularly work in wet, hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
•    Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)

Job Benefits 
This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:
Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.  
•    Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
•    Flexible Spending Account Programs
•    Life Insurance Programs
•    Paid Time Off Programs
•    Paid Leave Programs
•    401(k) Savings Plan
•    Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes 
•    Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or withou