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Boozehounds

Food Runner (Part-Time)  |  Palm Springs, CA

Job Summary

Boozehounds is Palm Springs’ dog-friendly, Michelin recommended hotspot — and we’re gearing up for our biggest, busiest season ever. We’re looking for the most hospitable, energetic, and talented restaurant Food Runners in the desert to join our pack. If you love creating unforgettable experiences, thrive in a high-energy environment, and want to be part of a place that’s as fun and vibrant as it is professional, this is your shot. Please note that this is a part-time position.

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We will be holding open interviews on Tuesday, August 4th  from 10:30am to 3:00pm at Boozehounds: 2080 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA. If you cannot make the open interview, apply online at www.boozehoundsps.com. We look forward to meeting you! 

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At Boozehounds, we live by our Pack Rules:

• Unapologetically Us – We don’t fit in a box, and we don’t tone it down.
• Come Hell or High Water – We make it happen, no excuses.
• All-Inclusive Hospitality – We put people first, giving all guests a great time, every time.
• Protect the Brand – Our aesthetic is everything. We honor it by keeping every detail on point.
• We’re Good Humans – We work hard, keep our word, and do the right thing.

The culture here is everything — warmth, integrity, and a team that actually likes each other. We love to grow from within, we love to have fun, and we love to get creative. And yes, the pups are part of the family too.

On top of that, we offer employee discounts, paid sick leave, real opportunities to grow your career, and a workplace where people actually want to be.

Our food and drinks have the same energy as the space—fresh, bold, and a little playful. The menu mixes California comfort with global flavors, and the cocktails are crafted to look as good as they taste. Elevated but never pretentious.

Boozehounds isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a massive indoor/outdoor playground where something’s always happening: Pride parties, NYE celebrations, drag brunch, chef dinners, and private events of every size. There’s never a dull moment, and there’s always a reason to bring your best energy.

If this sounds like your vibe, come join the pack.

Duties / Responsibilities

• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Quick and flexible learner.
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Working with foods and beverages.
• Welcome and connect with every guest, provide friendly and personable service.
• Deliver food from the kitchen to the correct table and seat position promptly and accurately.
• Verify plate accuracy, presentation, and allergy or modification notes before leaving the kitchen.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of all our menus & products and demonstrate knowledge of dietary/allergy information and proper food handling.
• Answer basic guest questions about menu items and communicate special requests to the appropriate team member.
• Deliver alcoholic beverages to guests responsibly, verifying guest age and identification and monitoring for signs of intoxication in accordance with California ABC regulations.
• Cover the expo window as needed during service, organizing tickets and staging plates for delivery.
• Communicate with kitchen and service staff to ensure all orders and requests are filled.
• Pre-bus, bus, and reset tables as needed to keep the dining room turning.
• Refill water and assist servers with guest needs throughout the meal.
• Stock and maintain service stations, including silverware, napkins, glassware, and condiments.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of runner stations, service areas, and dining room.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all guests — including their dogs.
• Handle varying levels of business volume with composure & a positive attitude.
• Support high-volume service during events, drag brunch, and private parties.
• Perform all opening and closing duties assigned by managers.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changes.
• Driven and self-motivated.
• Maintain customer privacy, behave with open-mindedness and cultural sensitivity.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Patience and the ability to maintain a professional demeanor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Enforce health and safety precautions.
• Follow all safety and state guidelines for preventing transmission of Covid-19 and other illnesses.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately while managing multiple tables and tickets at once.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to safely carry trays and multiple plates at once.
• Ability to frequently lift, move and/or push up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to sit, walk, climb up and down stairs repeatedly for extended periods of time.
• Constant standing and bending.
• Tasks will be performed using and in the proximity of coolers, stoves, and other hot equipment.
• Prior food running experience strongly preferred. 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred.
• Must hold or obtain a valid California Food Handler card within 30 days of hire.
• Must hold or obtain a valid California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification within 60 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. The employee may frequently be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch for duration of shift (eight hours or longer). The employee will need to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move and/or push up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be detail oriented, possess strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to multitask. Ability to work a flexible part-time schedule including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and nights.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as e-mail communication, instant message communications, legal documents, license agreements, contracts, invoices, news articles, technical manuals, budgets, ledgers, purchase orders, financial, marketing, Inventory, shipping, and various reports. Ability to effectively present information, provide instructions and thoroughly answer questions in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization in English.

Reasoning Ability and Computer Skills

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to efficiently use inventory, ordering & computer systems or applications and Microsoft Office programs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in a typical restaurant and bar environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

EEO Statement

Boozehounds 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. Boozehounds makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Boozehounds reserves the right to modify this job description at any time.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.