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Ascend Hospitality Group

Independent restaurant management of diverse concepts

Food Runner

Full-Time
$17.13/hr+ Tips
Entry
Bellevue, WA, USA
In Person
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Prior serving experience is preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English with customers and employees at all levels, verbally and in writing, in a professional manner.
  • Ability to operate the point-of-sale system and accurately input orders and post transactions.
  • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to receive direction in a fast-paced environment, manage time effectively, and work well in a team environment.
  • Ability to maintain strong customer relations and communication.
  • Must possess a valid Washington State Department of Health card and any other government-required cards throughout employment.
  • Entry-level knowledge of food and beverage offerings, including ingredients, allergens, dietary limitations, and the restaurant concept.
  • Ability to stand and walk regularly, use hands for handling tasks, and lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Responsibilities
  • Represent the company professionally and promote the restaurant's success with guests, staff, and other parties; communicate compliments and complaints to the Captains and Servers.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment and uphold and enforce Washington State Department of Health standards.
  • Interact with guests in a manner that makes them feel comfortable and welcome.
  • Serve soups, salads, appetizers, entrees, and other general items to serving areas.
  • Set up serving trays with dishes and necessary plateware.
  • Deliver food items to the correct table quickly and efficiently without dropping the tray.
  • Set up takeout orders and leftover food for guests.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior serving experience.

About the company

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Ascend Hospitality Group

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AHG is an independent restaurant management company based in Bellevue, Washington, operating a portfolio of restaurant brands across Washington, Oregon, Utah, and Arizona. It manages concepts from fine dining to casual, including Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi, Stanford's, and Mama Bird, and has rebranded other concepts like a juice bar, providing operations, brand development, and people management for these brands. AHG differentiates itself as female- and Black-led, with a multi-brand umbrella approach and a focus on community impact through its AHG Cares program. Its goal is to grow a diverse collection of successful restaurant brands, deliver high-quality dining experiences, and expand its footprint across the western United States while deepening community engagement.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2016

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What believers are saying

  • Mama Bird opened in West Jordan in March 2026, proving concept rollout continues.
  • Stanford’s Northgate, Clackamas, and Hillsboro keep AHG’s revenue base diversified across states.
  • Amazon-backed backpack events in 2026 strengthen local goodwill and recruiting leverage in Bellevue.

What critics are saying

  • Tacoma and Tukwila Famous Dave’s closed December 2024, exposing weak franchise economics.
  • AHG still employs over 700 people across four states, so labor costs stay heavy.
  • Hulsey v. Ascend Hospitality Group keeps wage-and-hour liability alive after the 2023 settlement.

What makes Ascend Hospitality Group unique

  • Bellevue-based AHG still runs Ascend Prime from Lincoln Square South’s 31st floor.
  • Elaina Morris built AHG through acquisitions, not one concept, preserving brands and jobs.
  • AHG Cares gives the company visible community credibility in Washington’s hospitality market.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Employee Discounts
  • Health Insurance

Company News

Premier Media Group
Jul 27th, 2026
Ascend Hospitality Group, Amazon distribute hundreds of free backpacks, school supplies.

Ascend Hospitality Group, Amazon distribute hundreds of free backpacks, school supplies. Bellevue-headquartered Ascend Hospitality Group and its partner, Amazon, held over the weekend their sixth annual AHG Has Your Back event, during which hundreds of backpacks were distributed to local kids. About 700 students affiliated with five area nonprofits gathered in downtown Bellevue to pick up free bags and school supplies at the carnival-themed "Dream Big" pickup party. Students came to pick up their free supplies and decorated their new school gear. At the event, kids played carnival games, had their faces painted, and received a complimentary lunch from Stanford's Food Truck. "This year's AHG Has Your Back: Dream Big carnival was designed to remind every child that their dreams are worth celebrating and that their community believes in their potential," Elaina Morris, co-founder and CEO of AHG and AHG Cares, said in a statement. "We wanted the experience to be just as inspiring as it was fun, giving kids the chance to express themselves, build confidence, and start the school year feeling seen and supported. A backpack is more than just school supplies - it's a symbol of possibility." AHG estimates that it has distributed more than 4,000 backpacks during its annual event. Read our 2023 profile of Morris, who was a Women to Watch honoree, here.