Food runner

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

Food Runner – St. Patrick’s Steakhouse

Location: 15022 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL 60419

Position Overview

At St. Patrick’s Steakhouse, Food Runners are an essential link between the kitchen and the dining room. Food Runners ensure that dishes are delivered to guests promptly, accurately, and with care. They must move quickly, communicate clearly, and maintain the quality and presentation standards our guests expect.

Key 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 (condiments, extra napkins, etc.).
• Handle food carefully to maintain plating and avoid spills or messes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including the expo line and dining room support stations.
• Assist with running side work as assigned by management.
• Help communicate guest feedback to servers or managers when needed.

Requirements

• 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.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage
• Opportunities for advancement
• Staff training and development
• A fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Employee dining discounts