Hosts, Bussers, and Food Runners
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Emilia - Philadelphia
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Emilia, Chef Greg Vernick's newest restaurant dedicated to the regional cuisines of Italy, opening in January 2026 is seeking Hosts, Bussers, and Food Runners to join our new team.
Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic environment, be eager to learn, and possess a desire to provide genuine hospitality to our guests. Candidates must be reliable, outgoing, organized, and should thrive in a team environment. Must be able to multi-task under pressure and communicate well.
The ideal candidate is:
• Naturally gracious and attentive to guest needs
• Experience in a service support role or a strong desire to learn
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment
• Professional, punctual, and proactive
• A strong interest in food, beverage, and hospitality
To apply, please submit your resume, a brief introduction, the position you're seeking and availability. We look forward to hearing from you!
In 2016, Chef/Owner Gregory Vernick was named “Chef of the Year” by the Philadelphia Inquirer and Vernick Food & Drink earned a 4-Bell re-review from restaurant critic Craig Laban who called it the “Best Overall Restaurant” in the city. Chef Vernick received the 2017 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic, elevating the restaurant onto the National level. Vernick's other restaurants are Vernick Coffee Bar in the Comcast Technology Center, and the Michelin recognized Vernick Fish at the Four Seasons Hotel.
Job Types: Full-time/part-time
Host are paid a competitive hourly wage based on experience
Food Runners are paid competitive hourly wage plus are part of our tip pool
Emilia, Chef Greg Vernick's newest restaurant dedicated to the regional cuisines of Italy, opening in January 2026 is seeking Hosts, Bussers, and Food Runners to join our new team.
Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic environment, be eager to learn, and possess a desire to provide genuine hospitality to our guests. Candidates must be reliable, outgoing, organized, and should thrive in a team environment. Must be able to multi-task under pressure and communicate well.
The ideal candidate is:
• Naturally gracious and attentive to guest needs
• Experience in a service support role or a strong desire to learn
• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment
• Professional, punctual, and proactive
• A strong interest in food, beverage, and hospitality
To apply, please submit your resume, a brief introduction, the position you're seeking and availability. We look forward to hearing from you!
In 2016, Chef/Owner Gregory Vernick was named “Chef of the Year” by the Philadelphia Inquirer and Vernick Food & Drink earned a 4-Bell re-review from restaurant critic Craig Laban who called it the “Best Overall Restaurant” in the city. Chef Vernick received the 2017 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic, elevating the restaurant onto the National level. Vernick's other restaurants are Vernick Coffee Bar in the Comcast Technology Center, and the Michelin recognized Vernick Fish at the Four Seasons Hotel.
Job Types: Full-time/part-time
Host are paid a competitive hourly wage based on experience
Food Runners are paid competitive hourly wage plus are part of our tip pool
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