Busser/Runner - weekly pay
Posted on October 24, 2025
Red Lobster is a well-established seafood restaurant chain known for its commitment to providing a unique dining experience centered around fresh seafood and coastal flavors. Founded more than fifty years ago as a family-owned restaurant, Red Lobster has grown into a network of over 500 vibrant locations across the country. The company prides itself on being more than just a restaurant; it is a place where community connections flourish and new friends become familiar faces. Each seat across their family of restaurants symbolizes a welcoming spot for cherished meals and special moments shared among friends and family. Red Lobster’s legacy is rooted in passion — bringing people together through delicious meals that celebrate the bounty of the sea and create lasting memories.
Currently, Red Lobster is hiring for the position of Busser/Runner, a vital role in maintaining smooth restaurant operations and enhancing guest satisfaction. This part-time position offers competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and an array of benefits designed to support the health and well-being of employees. These include affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance options starting at less than $10 per week, life and short-term disability insurance, and voluntary benefits. Additionally, Red Lobster provides a 401(k) retirement savings plan that includes employer contributions after one year of service, anniversary pay based on eligibility, and discounted meals during shifts as well as a 25% discount when dining as a guest.
The Busser/Runner plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional guest experiences by efficiently handling dining room maintenance, assisting servers, and ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are rigorously followed. Key responsibilities include greeting customers with a smile, preparing the station for the shift, ensuring tables are equipped with clean utensils and condiments, refilling drinks, removing used plates and glassware, and delivering hot food to customers when ready. The role requires careful attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to multitask effectively in a high-paced environment. Safety and sanitation are paramount, with strict adherence to food protection and cleanliness protocols.
Physical demands for the role include the capacity to bend, reach, stoop, and safely lift up to 30 pounds, as well as the endurance to stand for 8 to 12 hours during shifts. Being a team player and maintaining a positive attitude are significant factors for success in this position. Red Lobster encourages individuals authorized to work in the United States who meet the minimum age requirement to apply. The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Joining Red Lobster means becoming part of a team set on growth and future success. The company is proud to foster an inclusive, equal opportunity workplace that welcomes diversity across all aspects including age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and more. As Red Lobster looks ahead to exciting new ventures and continued excellence in delivering guest experiences, this role offers an excellent opportunity to build a meaningful career within a supportive and well-established organization.
                - Must meet minimum age requirement and be authorized to work in the United States
 - ability to bend, reach, stoop, and safely lift up to 30 pounds
 - capacity to stand for an 8 to 12 hour shift
 - ability to work well in a team environment with attention to detail and multitasking capabilities