Food Runner

Naperville; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base wage

Free meal on shift

Telehealth benefits

PTO after 1 year

401k plan

Advancement opportunities

Sick and Safe leave

Job summary

Nando's North America is hiring a Food Runner/Server in Naperville, IL. Earn a competitive base wage plus tips and enjoy on-shift meals while contributing to a friendly, fast-paced dining team.

The role focuses on delivering food promptly, keeping guests satisfied, and supporting table service. Candidates should communicate well in English and thrive under busy conditions with strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Basic English language and professional communication skills are required.
• Ability to take direction and work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Transport food orders from kitchen to the correct guest in a timely manner.
• Announce food to the guest and maintain a clean, organized station.
• Assist with setting, resetting tables and supporting the service team.

Skills

Teamwork

Under pressure

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Nando's PERi-PERi- Food Runner/Server

#EveryoneIsWelcome

We are NOW HIRING for our Nando's team! Full-time and part-time hours are available!We offer a fun and rewarding job with a great supportive atmosphere. Whether you're looking to start your restaurant career or need to earn a few bucks - apply today!

PERKS + BENEFITS:

• Competitive base wageplus average of$3-$4 in tips per hour worked
• FREEmeal while on shift
• FREEtelehealth medical and mental benefits for you and your family
• Earn PTOafter 1 year andSick & Safeleave immediately
• 401k plan
• Opportunities for advancement through internal development program

Food Runner/Server:

Food Runners are vital to providing the Nando’s experience. Food Runners ensure that food reaches the correct guest in a timely manner. Food Runners transport food orders from the kitchen to the appropriate table and announce the food to the guest. Food Runners keep a smile on their face while they clean, set and re-set tables continuously, assuming responsibility for station, tables and side duties. Runners work with our team to exceed our guests’ expectations and to provide the Nando’s experience.

Minimum requirements and expectations:

• Ability to take direction and to work in a team environment
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge
• Knowledge and comprehension of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Basic English language and professional communication skills are required

Physical Requirements:

• Able to independently lift to 15lbs for an extended period
• Ability to stand, walk and climb stairs with food items and dishes throughout your shift
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for 8-10 hours per day
• Hand-eye coordination
• Reaching, bending twisting, stooping
• Pushing and Pulling
• Lifting overhead
• Must be able to climb stairs in restaurants that have multiple levels

Nando's North Americaprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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