Food Runner Jobs

Alinea Restaurant seeks a Food Runner to join our team in Chicago. The ideal candidate must be able to effortlessly multi-task, possess great communication skills, and enjoys the learning aspects of food and beverage.

This is a full-time entry level opportunity.

Benefits

• 401(K) with a company match up to 4% of deferred earnings.
• Competitive hourly wage beginning at $19.50-20/hr
• Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant.
• Referral Bonus Program Available
• CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment.
• 50% company contribution to single HMO during first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years.
• Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st of the month following full-time employment.
  • 50% company contribution to single HMO during first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years.
• Relocation Bonus when Eligible
• Paid time off

Requirements

• Greets and acknowledges all guests.
• Maintains complete knowledge of table/seat numbers.
• Maintains knowledge of current day reservations, including People of Note (PON), Dietary Restrictions, or other special instructions, via pre-service meetings.
• Runs all food or drinks to the dining room.
• Accommodates all requests for information courteously.
• Takes direction from Chefs.
• Maintains positive guest relations at all times.
• Maintains complete knowledge of all menus, including all ingredients and techniques used.
• Maintains complete knowledge and complies with all TAG and the Restaurant’s policies and service standards.
• Sets up room before service, including seating area, bar area, and side stations (when applicable).
• Anticipates guest needs and responds promptly.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, reach, push, twist, walk, crouch, and squat
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours.
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, bend and climb stairs for long periods of time.
• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands.
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required.
• Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the restaurant to another.
• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift at least 35 pounds.

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The Alinea Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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