Dynamic Food Runner — Growth & Training + Discounts

St. Patrick's Restaurant; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Opportunities for advancement

Staff training and development

Employee dining discounts

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen is seeking a Food Runner in Dolton, IL, to be the key link between the kitchen and dining room. Responsibilities include delivering food orders, ensuring proper presentation, assisting servers, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should be organized, possess strong communication skills, and be willing to work in a fast-paced environment. Previous restaurant experience is a plus. The role requires a professional demeanor and the ability to stand for long periods while carrying trays. Employee dining discounts and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to move quickly and stay organized during busy shifts.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods and carry trays weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must maintain a polished, professional appearance at all times.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food orders from the kitchen to guests’ tables quickly and accurately.
• Ensure proper presentation, portion, and temperature of all items before delivering.
• Assist servers with table maintenance, including pre-bussing and resetting tables.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen staff, servers, and expo to ensure smooth service.
• Confirm that guests have everything they need after food delivery.
• Handle food carefully to maintain plating and avoid spills or messes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with running side work as assigned by management.
• Help communicate guest feedback to servers or managers when needed.

Job description

Torsap Thai Kitchen is seeking a Food Runner in Dolton, IL, to be the key link between the kitchen and dining room. Responsibilities include delivering food orders, ensuring proper presentation, assisting servers, and maintaining a clean work area. Candidates should be organized, possess strong communication skills, and be willing to work in a fast-paced environment. Previous restaurant experience is a plus. The role requires a professional demeanor and the ability to stand for long periods while carrying trays. Employee dining discounts and opportunities for advancement are offered.