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Fuel On Cashier

Wisconsin Rapids, WI · On-site

$14.50 - $16.50/hr

Convenience Store Cashier-Kellner, WI Do you love working with people? Then come join our team! We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, friendly, like helping people and must be ...

Convenience Store Assistant Manager-Kellner, WI Are you looking for more responsibility in your day-to-day work life? Our Assistant Managers help keep our stores running smoothly. Come join our team ...

Trusted by top builders like Kellner Homes, Everstone Development, and Watts Group. We deliver projects in 15-30 days with complete design-to-installation service. What We Provide You * Quality leads ...

$83.59 - $102.17/hr

Kellner, Servicepersonal, Koch) sowie dem Einzelhandel (u. a. Fachberater, Verkäufer, Kundenberater) (m/w/d) * Du teilst unsere Leidenschaft für den Direktvertrieb und willst mit uns und Deinem ...

Associate Veterinarian

Hopewell, NY · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Preston Kellner have been veterinarians in the area for 20 years and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate care to their clients. A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital prides itself on its ...

$120K - $160K/yr

Preston Kellner have been veterinarians in the area for 20 years and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate care to their clients. A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital prides itself on its ...

Preston Kellner have been veterinarians in the area for 20 years and are committed to providing excellent and compassionate care to their clients. A.C.E. Veterinary Hospital prides itself on its ...

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What is a kellner?

Kellner is the German term for 'waiter' or 'server,' referring to individuals who work in restaurants, cafes, or bars to serve food and drinks to customers. Their responsibilities typically include taking orders, delivering meals, setting and clearing tables, and providing excellent customer service. They also often handle payments and answer guests' questions about the menu. Being a Kellner requires good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a kellner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Kellner, you need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and knowledge of food and beverage service, typically gained through on-the-job training or vocational schooling. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, reservation software, and proper hygiene practices is essential. Excellent communication, multitasking, and a positive attitude help you stand out by ensuring guests feel welcome and well-attended. These skills are crucial for delivering efficient, high-quality service that enhances the overall dining experience and contributes to the establishment's success.

What are some common challenges kellners face during busy shifts, and how can they effectively manage them?

Kellners often experience high-pressure situations during peak hours, such as managing multiple tables, handling special requests, and ensuring timely service. Effective time management and clear communication with both customers and kitchen staff are essential to succeed under these circumstances. Many Kellners find that staying organized—by keeping track of orders and prioritizing tasks—helps them deliver excellent service even during the busiest periods. Teamwork and supporting colleagues can also alleviate stress and contribute to a smoother workflow.
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Infographic showing various Kellner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 31% Full Time, and 69% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Part-Time Operation Support/Product Runner

M. J. Kellner Foodservice

Springfield, IL • On-site

$17/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Part-Time Operations Support/Product Runner
About Us
M. J. Kellner is a locally owned broadline foodservice distributor. We have everything a commercial kitchen needs to operate. We sell to restaurants, nursing homes, hospitals, and schools within a 125-mile radius of Springfield. We have been serving central Illinois for more than 100 years and are proud members of this community. Bill Kellner, our third-generation owner, did not have a 4th generation to carry on the family legacy, so he initiated an Employee Stock Ownership Plan in 2013. On October 31, 2021, the company became 100% employee owned. This is at no cost to our employees and is a very generous retirement benefit for us to look forward to and work hard for every day. We come to work each day to exceed all of our customers' food service needs and to be their most trusted and reliable partner.
Summary
The Part-time Operation Support/Product Runner assists the Sales and Operations teams by delivering product to customers that have been shorted product or need an emergency delivery to ensure that our customers continue to receive exceptional service.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  1. Drives product to Customers or Sales Consultants who are in need of special deliveries
  2. Assists the warehouse employees with tasks such as sweeping, emptying trash, and general upkeep of the warehouse facility
  3. Uses assigned tools and equipment, including company vehicles, safely as instructed
  4. General Support
    1. Assists the Customer Service Supervisor as needed
    2. Assists the Vice President of Transportation as needed
    3. Assists the Vice President of Foodservice Sales as needed
    4. Other duties as assigned
Competencies
  1. Safe Driving
  2. Ability to Problem Solve
  3. Communication Proficiency
  4. Time Management
  5. Ethical Conduct
  6. Flexibility
  7. Professional Etiquette
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in outdoor, warehouse, and office settings. In these settings, it is often difficult to regulate temperature, so extreme heat and cold may be experienced. This role drives large vehicles.
Physical Demands
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb; talk or hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products, supplies, and machinery weighing from 10 - 100 pounds.
Position Type and Expected Hours of work
This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., but there may be unpredictable/on-call schedules depending on the needs of the business.
Travel
Daily travel within 150-mile radius of Springfield, IL is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
  1. High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education and Experience
  1. Two years of experience in work force
Additional Eligibility qualifications
A valid driver's license is required.
AAP/EEO statement
M. J. Kellner Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.
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.