Food Runner

  • HIDE+SEEK
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details

HIDE+SEEK (838 W Randolph) in the West Loop is seeking a detail-oriented Food Runner for a fast-paced dining environment, dedicated to providing top-notch service and exceptional guest satisfaction.

Required Availability:

  • Friday 4pm-Midnight
  • Saturday 10am-5pm or 5pm-Midnight
  • Sunday 10am-5pm or 5pm-Midnight

Requirements:

  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Excellent emotional control in fast-paced environments
  • Dedication to on-time arrival for shifts
  • Upbeat and energetic attitude
  • Maintains a neat and professional appearance
  • Responsible and trustworthy
  • Attentive to detail
  • Thrives in a team oriented environment

Summary of Duties:

  • Commands full menu knowledge, including allergens and preparation methods.
  • Identifies and briefly describes each plate to the guests accurately. Aware of all upcoming orders and status of tables expecting food.
  • Assists the Chef in expediting food to the dining room.
  • Assists in bussing tables and marking appropriate silverware when necessary.
  • Works as a liaison between the kitchen and the serving staff, conveying guest issues.
  • Runs and Serves Food from our Kitchen to our dining rooms and bars.
  • Always uses position numbers.
  • Keeps expediter station and the kitchen stocked with plates, plate wipes, ramekins, etc. throughout service
  • Follows all procedures and policies set forth by the company, division, and IL Health Department following all health and safety regulations.
  • Performs all opening and closing duties as assigned.

*We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($12.00 - $14.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts

Required Skills

High Volume Service

Strong Communication Skills

Detail Oriented

Ability to Multitask

Fine Dining Service

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to work well under pressure

Problem Solving Skills

Excellent Emotional Control in Fast Paced Environments

Time Management Skills

Dedication to on Time Arrival for Shifts

Adaptability to Changing Environments

Upbeat and Energetic Attitude

Team Collaboration

Maintaining a Neat and Professional Appearance

Attention to Health and Safety Standards

Responsible and trustworthy

Ability to follow instructions

Attentive To Detail

Organizational Skills

Thrives in a Team Oriented Environment

Ability to Handle Feedback

Menu Knowledge Including Allergens and Preparation Methods

Positive Attitude Towards Work

Plate Descriptions to Guests

Ability to work in a diverse environment

Assisting in Food Expeditions

Conflict Resolution skills

Bussing Tables

Commitment to Quality Service

Communication Between Kitchen and Serving Staff

Food Running

Use of Position Numbers

Stocking Expediter Station and Kitchen

Following Health and Safety Regulations

Performing Opening and Closing Duties

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Job ID: 479656677
Originally Posted on: 6/4/2025

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