- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Training & development
Bear Flag Fish Company is excited to announce our new location opening in Costa Mesa summer 2026! We are looking for an energetic and reliable Food Runner to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring our guests receive their food quickly, accurately, and with great hospitality. The ideal candidate is fast, organized, team-oriented, and thrives in a busy restaurant environment.
- Deliver food from the kitchen to guests quickly and accurately
- Ensure each dish is presented correctly and matches the order
- Communicate clearly with kitchen staff, servers, and cashiers
- Assist with organizing and staging orders for dine-in and takeout
- Check that guests have everything they need (utensils, sauces, napkins, etc.)
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of food running stations
- Help clear tables and support the team during busy periods
- Provide friendly and attentive hospitality to all guests
- Previous restaurant experience preferred but not required
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to stay organized and pay attention to detail
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods
- Ability to carry trays and lift up to 30 lbs
- Comfortable moving quickly between the kitchen and dining areas
- Hourly pay + tips!
- Flexible scheduling
- A fun, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for growth within the company
- Health Insurance benefits for eligible employees
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
company description
Bear Flag was founded in 2007 by Thomas Carson, inspired by a lifelong passion for fishing and fresh, sustainable seafood. What started in Newport Beach has grown to locations in Huntington Beach and Newport Coast, along with our sister restaurants, Wild Taco and Circle Hook.
We’re always looking for great people to come aboard and join the crew! If you bring positive energy, work hard, and take pride in what you do, you’ll fit right in here.
Our team is built on people who care about great food, great service, and supporting each other. Many of our crew members start here and grow with us over the years.
If you’re ready to jump in, work hard, and be part of the crew — we’d love to meet you.
Apply here.
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