Expo/Runner

THE STRAND HOUSE IS LOOKING FOR A EXPO/RUNNER TO JOIN OUR TEAM!*Experience required** WEEKEND AND PM AVAILABILITY - NON Negotiable*Do you like things to be clean and tidy? Are you comfortable working quickly and in a team environment? Do you love great food, drinks and above all else, hospitality? If you answered yes to all of the above, please keep reading!COMPENSATION: $16.90 per hour (tips are included) | Very high tips for high end, high sales restaurants! | Sick pay (after 90 days) | Positive and fun culture | Opportunities for advancement | |$200 per month towards medical benefits (full-time only after 90 days)| employee assistance program | 50% off meals | restaurant and hotel discounts at other Zislis Group serviced properties| work by the beach | gorgeous ocean views!WHAT YOU WILL DO...Obtain service area assignments at the beginning of each shiftMaintain cleanlinessWork diligently in a timely mannerSet and reset dining areaComplete opening and closing dutiesEffective communication with all FOH staffAssist servers with table maintenanceCultivate positive working relationships with othersMake sure server stations remains stocked accordinglyGreet guests with a smile and thank them for coming upon exitContribute to team effort. Being a team player above all is mandatory!Collaborate with kitchen staff to present food professionally/check orders for accuracyDeliver food to the proper table in a timely fashion and take additional orders when necessaryClear dirty plates and silverwarePerform any task necessary to provide high quality customer experience, including explaining menu items to customersSupport both servers and kitchen staffGreet guests with a smile and thank them for coming upon exitContribute to team effort. Being a team player above all is mandatory!Other duties not included aboveTHIS JOB IS FOR YOU IF...A minimum 2 years of expo, food runner and restaurant experience in a fast pace fine dining restaurant while providingMust be able to expedite orders, attend to customers' needs and possess a strong desire to fulfill the desires of the customers at all timesAbility to engage in casual conversation with customers without sounding too personalMaintain a positive attitude and have excellent communication skillsAdaptable and are able to thrive in a team environmentAbility to shift gears quickly and multitaskHandle pressure with easeCome to work in dress code and stay well groomedMinimum 1 year of experience in a restaurant with expo and food runner knowledgeHigh school diplomaWe take our hiring process very seriously, and we are committed to our applicants! If you meet the qualifications above and this sounds like the position for you, we would be delighted to meet with you.A bit more about US: Part of the Zislis Group collection of hotels and restaurants, The Strand House is perfectly situated adjacent to the Manhattan Beach pier, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Executive Chef Chris Park presents a colorful menu of traditional dishes expressed with fresh and familiar interpretations. Produce is hand-selected from local farms and quality products are sourced to create a thoughtful and delicious menu. We are passionate about our beverage program with a team that creates beautifully hand-crafted cocktails and our wine list is carefully assembled with quality and accessibility for our guests' dining pleasure.Zislis Group Inc. dba Zislis Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Zislis Group Inc. dba Zislis Group makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Created: 2026-04-02