Food Runner/Busser

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Training & development

Job Summary
Bear Flag Fish Company is excited to announce our new location opening in Costa Mesa summer 2026! We are looking for an energetic and reliable Food Runner to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring our guests receive their food quickly, accurately, and with great hospitality. The ideal candidate is fast, organized, team-oriented, and thrives in a busy restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food from the kitchen to guests quickly and accurately
• Ensure each dish is presented correctly and matches the order
• Communicate clearly with kitchen staff, servers, and cashiers
• Assist with organizing and staging orders for dine-in and takeout
• Check that guests have everything they need (utensils, sauces, napkins, etc.)
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of food running stations
• Help clear tables and support the team during busy periods
• Provide friendly and attentive hospitality to all guests

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to stay organized and pay attention to detail
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Ability to carry trays and lift up to 30 lbs
• Comfortable moving quickly between the kitchen and dining areas

What We Offer

• Hourly pay + tips!
• Flexible scheduling
• A fun, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for growth within the company
• Health Insurance benefits for eligible employees

Compensation: $16.90 - $18.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

company description

It all began with Thos Carson and his father fishing and life revolving around the boat, BearFlag I, and a desire to start something using fresh sustainable seafood. Our doors opened in 2007 and the customers haven’t stopped coming since. Our flagship location opened in Newport Beach and we have since opened locations in Huntington Beach and Newport Coast in addition to our sister restaurants Wild Taco and Circle Hook. Our desire to provide our customers with the freshest seafood and amazing customer service is still as strong as it was on day one. We pride ourselves on employing the local kids and some of those kids have now been with us for years advancing in their careers with us. We love what we do and our employees and customers that make it all possible. “there’s nothing better than going out in nature, harvesting food with your own hands, and providing it to the people you love”.