Dacha Beer Garden · 1 month ago
Runner/Busser
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDacha Beer Garden is a restaurant and beer garden, and they are seeking a Runner to ensure smooth and efficient service. The Runner will support servers and bartenders while maintaining a clean and organized environment to enhance guest experiences.
Restaurants
Responsibilities
Embody and model the company’s core values through teamwork, communication, and professionalism
Support servers and bartenders to ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional dining experience
Deliver food and beverages promptly and accurately, ensuring proper presentation and guest satisfaction
Maintain clean and organized tables by clearing used items and resetting efficiently for new guests
Keep service stations fully stocked with napkins, glassware, silverware, plates, and other necessary supplies
Refill water glasses and maintain water carafes throughout service
Assist with bussing and pre-bussing tables to maintain a tidy dining area
Ensure all sections remain clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times
Assist with opening and closing duties, including setting up and breaking down stations, brunch service and coffee service
Follow all sanitation, safety, and alcohol service policies to protect guests and team members
Maintain a professional appearance and arrive in clean, complete uniform
Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, kitchen staff, and managers to ensure smooth service flow
Anticipate team and guest needs — help where needed, stay proactive, and keep service moving
Be available for evening, late-night, weekend, and holiday shifts as required by business volume
Qualification
Required
Ability to communicate clearly in English (verbal and written)
Professional appearance and demeanor
Excellent teamwork, organization, and customer service skills
Stand and walk for the entire duration of the shift
Frequently reach, bend, lift, carry, and wipe
Lift and carry trays or boxes weighing up to 50 lbs for short distances
Use hands and arms to carry dishes, polish glassware, and reset tables
Maintain balance and coordination while carrying multiple plates or trays
Hear and communicate clearly in a busy environment
Work on your feet for extended periods, including nights and weekends
Embody and model the company's core values through teamwork, communication, and professionalism
Support servers and bartenders to ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional dining experience
Deliver food and beverages promptly and accurately, ensuring proper presentation and guest satisfaction
Maintain clean and organized tables by clearing used items and resetting efficiently for new guests
Keep service stations fully stocked with napkins, glassware, silverware, plates, and other necessary supplies
Refill water glasses and maintain water carafes throughout service
Assist with bussing and pre-bussing tables to maintain a tidy dining area
Ensure all sections remain clean, organized, and visually appealing at all times
Assist with opening and closing duties, including setting up and breaking down stations, brunch service and coffee service
Follow all sanitation, safety, and alcohol service policies to protect guests and team members
Maintain a professional appearance and arrive in clean, complete uniform
Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, kitchen staff, and managers to ensure smooth service flow
Anticipate team and guest needs — help where needed, stay proactive, and keep service moving
Be available for evening, late-night, weekend, and holiday shifts as required by business volume
Preferred
Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred but not required
TIPS/TAMS and Food Handler certifications preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire
Company
Dacha Beer Garden
We serve a carefully curated selection of world-class German, Belgian, and American craft beers along with wines, meads, ciders and other refreshments.
Founded in 2013
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase