Food Runner

ES USA Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Rewards throughout the year

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

ES USA Chicago is seeking energetic food and drink runners to join their team. In this role, you will monitor food and beverage delivery, maintain communication with staff, and ensure a high-energy atmosphere for guests. Successful candidates will have experience in similar roles, but we prioritize attitude and team fit. The company offers competitive pay and personal development opportunities, valuing every team member's contributions. Certification as a Food Handler is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Runner/Busser is important.
• Ability to communicate efficiently with team members.
• Willingness to embody company values.

Responsibilities

• Run food and beverages to appropriate tables.
• Maintain communication with cooks and servers.
• Clear dirty dishes and maintain service areas.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Energetic and enthusiastic personality

Education

Certification required: Food Handlers

Job description

WHO ARE WE?

We are Electric Shuffle! The award-winning global social entertainment concept that has reimagined shuffleboard. We’ve paired our patented gameplay with delicious food and craft cocktails, a beautiful venue design, and an incredible high-energy atmosphere to deliver an unforgettable experience.

WHAT IS THE JOB?

We are looking for energetic food and drink runners to join us on our mission to turn the ordinary into extraordinary. To be successful in this role, you will be responsible for the following on a daily basis:

• Monitoring the expo line for new food tickets, organizing them accordingly, and running food to the appropriate table.
• Monitoring the bar well for freshly prepared beverages and running them to the appropriate table.
• Maintaining constant communication with the cooks, servers and bartenders to communicate any guest issues.
• Interacting with the guests appropriately and retrieving any additional items requested following drink/food delivery.
• Clearing dirty plates, utensils, and glassware from tables and delivering to the appropriate dish washing station.
• Ensuring your service teammates are adequately supplied with glassware, plateware and utensils at all service stations.
• Being fun, enthusiastic and exuding lots of energy throughout each shift.
• Bringing the infamous Austin vibe to our service model and creating the perfect Electric Shuffle experience.
• Being able to work as part of a team, delivering consistent service with an attention to detail, even when under pressure.
• Possessing excellent organizational skills and exuding efficiency.
• Bringing new and creative ideas to how we do things.

Experience as a Runner/Busser is important, but attitude and finding the right ‘fit’ comes first for us. We are looking for teammates who not only understand but strive to embody and embrace our values in a way that makes us who we are; innovation, passion, togetherness, and warmth. We are passionate about what we do, working together to provide an unforgettable experience for our guests through warmth and hospitality. However, we don’t rest on our laurels; we’re fearless and innovative, always looking for ways to push the boundaries in our roles.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

When you join Electric Shuffle, you’re joining our Family. If you join us, we’ll always make sure you know how much we value your contribution and hard work. You’ll be paid competitively, with rewards offered throughout the year and you’ll be respected and treated fairly by everyone you work with. As we grow, we want you to grow too; we’ll invest in your training and development to make sure you feel fulfilled, challenged, and always excited throughout your career with us.

At Electric Shuffle, we believe in creating equal opportunities for everyone. We do not discriminate in any way, shape or form. We make all of our people decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics, or any other category protected under applicable law.
Certification required: Food Handlers