Food Runner/ Expo

February 25, 2026

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La Popular is a chef-driven concept born in Mexico City, one of the world's most exciting culinary hubs. Since launching in Roseville, CA in 2022, we've expanded to Austin, Porter Ranch, and Claremont-with more locations on the way.

Our mission is simple: serve authentic Mexican food with bold flavors, in a space that feels alive and welcoming. And that comes down to our people.

We're building a team that brings:

Energy - A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm that lifts everyone around you.
Discovery - A constant curiosity to learn, grow, and explore new flavors, ideas, and ways to improve.
Community - A mindset of connection and collaboration-with our guests and with each other.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to have you on the team.

The Perks!

Competitive hourly wages plus tips
Weekly Pay
Fun & Fast Paced Environment
Company contests that include experiential trips to exciting beverage and food destinations
Employee Assistance Program - focusing on mental health providing licensed counseling, community support and much more. Available for all team members and their families
Huge Growth and Development Opportunities- Over 65% of our team is promoted from within.
Employee Discounts

Purpose of the Position

Expedite all menu items throughout the shift to the guest within La Popular's time standards and provide the best quality product for each guest. This is a non-exempt position that reports directly to the General Manager and indirectly to others in management.

Essential Job Functions

Energy
Passion to discover something new everyday
Community involvement
Outgoing personality
Passion for the brand
Positive Attitude
Regular attendance and punctuality
Compliance with employee handbook and training manuals
Limited beer, tequila and mezcal knowledge
Adhere to La Popular's policies (i.e., dress code)
Fast foot speed and ability to work successfully in a fast paced environment
Greet or assist any and all guests encountered at with a genuinely friendly disposition (i.e., a warm smile)
Attend to the needs of all guests in a professional and courteous manner and answer the telephone as needed
Memorize food, drink and rotating menus on a daily basis in order to respond to guests' inquiries
Observe state and federal laws regarding the service of alcohol
Know all table and bar seat numbers and deliver food and drink orders with proper placement
Set up expo station to standard with proper garnishing tools
Polish, replenish, and roll silverware
Collecting dirty dishes and bringing them to the kitchen
Removing trash from designated areas
Execute proper food and drink placement at tables
Maintain and track time standards for all menu items
Replenish condiments, as needed such as straws, napkins and ice
Bus tables throughout the restaurant and set tables to La Popular Standards
Thank all departing guests and asking them to return
Maintain the expo area in clean condition and sweep and mop floor as needed
Perform appropriate opening and closing duties such as cleaning and food prep
Assemble/dismantle work station

Qualifications

At least 18 years of age

Food Handler Certified

RBS Certified

Equipment Used

Point-of-Sale system
Assorted knives, scissors
Coffee/Tea/Espresso Machines, if applicable
Assorted china and flatware

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies, and repetitive hand and wrist motion; working with and around hot, cold, and hazardous equipment in a fast paced and congested environment that will occasionally be loud, hot, and/or physically demanding.

At-Will Statement & Job Description Disclaimer

This position is at-will. Food Runners have the right to resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. Likewise, La Popular has the right to terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. This at-will employment relationship will remain in full force and effect notwithstanding any changes that may occur in position, title, pay or other terms or conditions of my employment with La Popular. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nonessential functions of the job may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

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