Food Runner

Los Angeles, United States
Food Runner
Company
Yard House
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job type
Full-time
Posted
16 days ago
Via
Yard House
Job description
$17.87 per hour - $17.87 per hour plus tips.

Our Food Runner plays an important role in our daily operations as the support system between our Heart of House and the selling of our food to our Guests. They ensure our high quality of food standards, and facilitate the timely delivery of hot food to our Guests while following proper food safety and sanitation standards.

Our House Rules!
• Bring The Vibe – There is no library, we’ve got 100+ beers on tap. People are here to turn it up, so don’t let ‘em down.
• Be ALL IN – Don’t just talk about our food and beer. Eat it. Drink it. Live it. Give every guest and every shift all you’ve got.
• Have Heart – We’re bonded by more than just beer. We are family. So be kind and put each other first. Together, we are YARD HOUSE.
• Celebrate Variety – We like our people, food, beer, and experiences to be extraordinary. Diversity makes life interesting. Embrace it with open arms and raised glasses. Everyone[s always welcome to our party.

Tap into great opportunities and benefits including:
• Competitive Pay and Flexible Work Schedules
• Sick Pay
• Growth Opportunities
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• And More!

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What is the federal minimum cash wage for tipped servers in US restaurants in 2026?
As per the Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum cash wage for tipped employees like restaurant servers is $2.13 per hour as of 2026. Employers must ensure that tips plus the cash wage equal at least the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, paying the difference if tips fall short. Overtime for hours over 40 per workweek is calculated at 1.5 times the full minimum wage of $7.25 per hour.
Source: Wage and Hour Division, U.S. Department of Labor
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What is the median annual wage for restaurant cooks in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for cooks in restaurants is $31,310 as of May 2023 data applicable through 2026. The wage range spans $25,090 at the 10th percentile to $44,240 at the 90th percentile annually. Hourly median is $15.05 for full-time equivalent.
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What visa is required for foreign nationals to work seasonal restaurant jobs in the US in 2026?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the H-2B visa allows foreign workers for temporary non-agricultural jobs like peak-season restaurant work, with a statutory annual cap of 66,000 visas for FY2026. The cap allocates 33,000 visas for October 1 to March 31 and 33,000 for April 1 to September 30. Employers must obtain labor certification from DOL and file Form I-129 petition.
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What education or experience is required for entry-level waiter jobs in US restaurants?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, waiters and waitresses need no formal educational credential for entry-level positions. Training is short-term on-the-job, typically less than 30 days. No prior work experience is required, though basic math for orders and customer service aptitude helps.
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