Shanghai Me is hiring a Food Runner in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
About the Role
As a Food Runner, you will support the front-of-house team by ensuring food is delivered to guests efficiently, accurately and to the highest service standards. You will work closely with the kitchen and service teams to ensure a smooth and well-organised service throughout the venue.
Responsibilities
Deliver food from the kitchen to the correct tables efficiently and accurately
Ensure all dishes meet presentation and quality standards before being served
Work closely with waiters, chefs and supervisors throughout service
Maintain a strong knowledge of the menu and dishes
Assist with clearing and resetting tables when required
Support the service team during busy periods
Ensure tables receive the correct dishes and any required accompaniments
Communicate guest requests and special requirements to the relevant team members
Maintain cleanliness and organization of service areas
Follow all food safety, hygiene and service standards
Assist with the smooth running of the floor during peak service
Requirements
Previous experience as a Food Runner, Commis Waiter or similar role within a high-end hospitality environment
Experience within premium restaurants, hotels, lifestyle or luxury hospitality concepts
Good knowledge of food service and dining standards
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous
Well-presented, professional and guest-focused
Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
Flexible to work evenings, weekends and during peak periods
Currently based in Dubai or willing to relocate
What We Offer
Competitive salary
Work visa and medical insurance
30 days paid annual leave
Employee discounts across our venues
Joining flight ticket for international applicants, plus return tickets to home country annually or biennially depending on position
Opportunities for growth, learning and development
2 days off weekly
Meals on duty
Who Are We?
Established in 2011, Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE-born company that unifies the region’s leading lifestyle concepts. As an international ecosystem of hospitality brands, the group develops elevated, home-grown concepts that showcase the quality and innovation of the region, while exporting them to key cosmopolitan cities around the world.
Fundamental Hospitality delivers lifestyle brands reimagined, where a creative approach to concept development leads to a dynamic experience in each and every venue. The group has played a fundamental role in the expansion of brands from the UAE to the world, with a portfolio that includes globally acclaimed concepts such as GAIA, Shanghai Me, Alaya, La Maison Ani, Piatti and Izu Burger, as well as international franchises including Scalini Dubai, Scalini Riyadh, Cipriani Dubai and Cipriani Dolci UAE.
Fundamental Hospitality owns and operates venues across the Middle East and Europe, with ongoing expansion into the GCC, Europe, UK and USA.
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