Food Runner Jobs in Montréal
Runners are the link between the pass and the table, and it is the job that teaches you a menu faster than any other. Montréal restaurants use runners heavily on busy nights, and the role tips out well relative to how quickly you can be hired into it.
Also called: runner, expo, suiteur, back server
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What it pays in Montréal
Québec minimum wage is $16.60 an hour, and $13.30 an hour for employees who receive tips, in effect since May 1, 2026.
What the job involves
- Run plates from the pass to the correct table and seat position
- Check plating, garnish and temperature before food leaves the kitchen
- Communicate table status and timing between kitchen and floor
- Restock service stations and help clear and reset tables
- Answer basic guest questions about dishes as you drop them
Who hires for this role
- Restaurants
- Hotels
How hiring works on Waldo
- Create your profile once — experience, availability, roles and neighbourhoods.
- Swipe through real openings that match what you asked for.
- When the venue swipes back, a chat opens automatically.
- Arrange a trial shift or interview directly in the conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Is food running easier to get than serving?
Much easier, and it is the fastest way to learn a menu. Restaurants hire runners with no experience and use the role as a proving ground — a good runner is usually the next server the room promotes.
What does a food runner make?
Base pay is typically at or near the tipped minimum, plus a tip-out from the servers whose tables you run. On a busy Montréal weekend that commonly works out to somewhere around $19 to $26 an hour all-in.
What is the difference between a runner and an expo?
The runner carries food to tables; the expo stands at the pass, calls tickets and controls what goes out. Expo is more senior and requires knowing the menu cold, so it is a common next step up from running.
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