Food Runner
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Position Overview & Specifications
- The Runner job supports the restaurant waiter team during brunch & dinner services. It can be physically demanding and involves tray carrying, up & downstairs, glass washing, polishing, table relaying, a bit of WC tidying. No experience is necessary and an ideal stepping stone on the way to being a waiter
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From runner, it is possible to progress into waiter, bartender or chef — this is our expectation!
- Earning potential £12 per hour (house pay + tronc)
- 2 - 4 shifts per week
- Friday & Saturday dinner, Saturday & Sunday brunch
- Travel time from home to work must be less than 1 hour
- Defined career progression path if desired
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E2, very close to Cambridge Heath overground and a short walk to Bethnal Green tube
Bistrotheque opened 18 years ago and was inspired by the humble French Bistro. We are located between Bethnal Green and Hackney, in a two-storey unmarked warehouse. Over time, we’ve built a loyal following of stylish East Londoners who appreciate quality and consistency. The team is small and friendly and we believe in mutual respect. About You
Common sense, enthusiasm, appetite to progress, enjoy working in a team. INDFOH
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Food Runner roles across Bistrotheque's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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