Busser

  • Italian Village
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details

Italian Village Restaurants is hiring a Busser/Food Runner to join our Front of House team at Sotto/Bar Sotto . We are looking for a busser to support our wait staff and set up our dining areas. Busser/Runner responsibilities are dining room cleaning, running food to tables, clearing, setting tables, stocking silverware and plateware, stocking linen, and removing trash as well as attending to the needs of our guests. If you enjoy a fast-paced way of working and want to begin or continue your career in the hospitality industry, wed like to meet you.

Duties & Responsibilities

Greet guests with open arms and a smile

Prepare dining areas before guests are seated (setting, clearing, resetting, sweeping, cleaning, etc.)

Run food to the tables

Serve and pour water

Serve bread and olive oil at appropriate time

Refill nonalcoholic beverages, as needed

Clear dirty utensils, plateware, and glassware from tables with speed, balance, and precision

Unload dirty bus tubs and help sort plates and silverware for dishwasher

Communicate and coordinate with servers to help create magic moments for our guests

Follow all hygiene, health code, and safety regulations in all areas of the restaurant

Qualifications

Work experience as a Busser, Food Runner or another entry-level role in a restaurant is a plus, but we are always willing to train candidates with the right attitude

Ability to follow verbal instructions well and accept constructive feedback on job performance

Ability to get along with others - pleasant personality and neat, clean appearance

At least 18 years of age and legally allowed to work in the United States

Willingness to work flexible and irregular hours

Willingness to work nights and weekends regularly

Willingness to follow hygiene and food safety rules

Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and stand for long hours

Ability to lift and carry up to ~30 pounds frequently while moving across dining room

Ability to go up and down up to 3 flights of stairs as needed to perform tasks

Ability to multitask and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment

Need to be quick on your feet

Ability to work in a confined, crowded, fast-moving space with high noise and light levels

Food Handlers Certification (Preferred, but not required and willing to obtain in the first 30 days of employment)

Pay: $12.62 per hour + tips

Required Availability

Tuesday - Saturday PM shift (typically 3PM-11PM)

Benefits

Employee discount (50% off on all food to-go)

Flexible schedule

Referral program

Healthcare availability

401K availability

Family owned and operated business with a strong commitment to personal and professional development, internal promotion, and the happiness of the whole team

Our Restaurant Setting

Fine, casual dining restaurant

Our Values

For each other

We make space for feedback, personal and professional growth, and trust

We believe in the human dignity and goodness of each of our co-workers

We remain a family and prioritize family

For our guests

We make magic moments happen and bring traditions to life, every night

We believe in building personal connection that goes above and beyond executing service

We remain grateful and gracious

For our community

We make contributions of time and resources

We believe in a better world built from small, consistent action

We remain engaged and invested over the long-term

To preserve our legacy

We make careful and equitable decisions

We believe in preserving the American Dream

We remain committed to sharing our stories

Italian Village Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment and strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($12.62) plus tips

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

Required Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Customer Service

Teamwork

Food Safety Knowledge

Time Management

Communication

Adaptability

Positive Attitude

Service Procedures

Problem Solving Skills

Bussing Tables

Physical Endurance

Work In a Fast-Paced Environment

Communication Skills

Professionalism

Attention to Detail

Ability to Handle Stress

Carrying and Moving Heavy Items

Bending / Kneeling / Reaching / Stooping

Initiative

Clearing Tables

Reliability

Work Well Under Pressure

Commitment to Safety Standards

Can Lift Up to 30 Lbs

People Skills

Food Running

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Job ID: 488501978
Originally Posted on: 8/7/2025

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