Food Runner

Aviary
Chicago, Illinois
Full Time

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Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details

The Aviary is looking for a full-time Food Runner to join our team! The Food Runner is an important part of the team, ensuring each dish is delivered and presented from the kitchen timely and accurately. This is a full time position, paid hourly, and candidates must be willing to work 40+ hours, 5 days a week.

The Aviary reinvents the cocktail lounge, crafting modernist cocktails that are visually striking, flavorfully complex, and ready to be paired with a delicious pre-fixe or a-la-carte dining experience by The Alinea Group. Venture beneath The Aviary and you will find yourself in The Office, a vintage-inspired speakeasy that holds a rare collection of spirits to be enjoyed in your favorite cocktail or on the rocks. The Aviary was named Outstanding Bar Program in the U.S. by the James Beard Foundation in 2013. It won the coveted Spirited Award for the Worlds Best Cocktail Menu in 2014 and has three times been featured on Drinks Internationals The Worlds 50 Best Bar list.

Responsibilities

Maintains knowledge of current day reservations, including PONs (People of Note), dietary restrictions, or other special instructions via pre-service meetings
Sets up room before service, including seating and bar areas and side stations
Maintains complete knowledge of all menus, including ingredients and techniques used
Runs all food and beverages to the dining room
Maintains complete knowledge of table and seat numbers

Greets and acknowledges all guests, providing a positive dining experience
Anticipates guest needs and responds promptly
Accommodates all request for information courteously
Takes direction from Chefs

Requirements

1 or more years experience as a food runner, server assistant, server, or related position
Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment
High attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Ability to carry a tray with food and/or drinks
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours
Must be able to move, pull or lift at least 35 pounds
Must be able to climb stairs multiple times per shift

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage at $21/hour
Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st month following full-time employment

50% company contribution to single HMO during the first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years

Paid time off
401(K) with a company match of up to 4% of deferred earnings
CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment
Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant
Referral Bonus Program available

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.

Must be eligible to legally work in the United States. We use E-Verify.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($21.00 - $21.50)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Knowledge of Current Day Reservations

Customer Service Orientation

High Volume Service

Problem Solving Skills

Setting Up Room Before Service