Food Runner, Wildlight Kitchen + Bar

Recommended by Michelin in its prestigious culinary guide and certified a Great Place to Work®, Wildlight is the Pattison Food Group’s first full-service restaurant, where the spirit of the West Coast inspires everything – from the local and seasonal ingredients on the menu to the relaxed and sophisticated interior featuring the natural elements and textures of Canada’s scenic western shoreline. Join our award-winning chef and outstanding team in providing memorable meals and an exceptional guest experience at Wildlight. We are hiring for a Food Runner, Wildlight Kitchen + Bar at our location in Vancouver, BC near the UBC area. You will be responsible for: Serving orders by picking up and delivering guests' choices from the kitchen and delivering accompaniments and condiments from the service area. Communicating with the kitchen on special orders. Keeping bills organized for the kitchen and watching bill times. Knowing and communicating the order of tables coming up for the kitchen. Calling servers and other staff when orders need to be run. Serving food items to the table in the correct position and seat in a professional manner, with food descriptions for the guests. Knowing the menu syllabus and being able to prioritize allergies or dietary restrictions. Polishing glassware, cutlery and plateware before returning the clean items for use. Taking instruction and assisting the Chef in the kitchen. Supporting other areas of the restaurant as necessary. You have: A minimum of 1 year of restaurant experience. A Serving it Right Certificate. A Food Safe Certificate (considered an asset). Proficiency with computers and applications including POS systems (considered an asset). You are: An excellent communicator, both written and verbal. Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Detail oriented with a focus on efficiency and accuracy. Here are some of the perks we offer: Get paid every Friday! Exclusive team member offers and discounts. Benefits eligibility. Wellness and team member assistance program. Educational reimbursement. Opportunities to learn and grow. Compensation Details: $18.25 - $18.25 The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience, and other factors.

The food runner is responsible for delivering orders from the kitchen to guests and ensuring accurate table service. They also assist the kitchen staff, manage bill organization, and maintain cleanliness of service items.

Candidates must have at least one year of restaurant experience and a Serving it Right Certificate. Proficiency with POS systems and a Food Safe Certificate are considered assets for this role.

• Weekly pay • Team member offers and discounts • Benefits eligibility • Wellness and team member assistance program • Educational reimbursement • Opportunities to learn and grow

• Customer servicePreferred
• TeamworkPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Food servicePreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Food service
• Communication
• Multitasking
• POS systems
• Attention to detail
• Customer service
• Menu knowledge
• Allergy awareness
• Table management
• Teamwork
• Professionalism
• Restaurant Operation
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

• Hospitality
• Food & Beverage
• Customer Service & Support
• Food Runner
• Waiter / Waitress
• Waiters
• Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Aug 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week