Food Runner

Star Cinema Grill; South Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Employee discounts

Flexible schedules

Advancement opportunities

Free movies

Entertainment discounts

Job summary

Star Cinema Grill is seeking an energetic Food Runner to deliver meals from kitchen to guests, ensuring accuracy and hospitality. You will support servers and coordinate with kitchen and theater teams to keep service flowing.

Candidates should be passionate about hospitality, able to work weekends and evenings, maintain a fast pace, and hold a food handler's and TABC certification. This role offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a passion for hospitality and guest service.
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude.
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings; flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food promptly from kitchen to guests.
• Maintain a clean and organized expo line.
• Assist with ticket organization and kitchen-service communication.
• Ensure food presentation meets brand standards.
• Support servers and team members as needed.

Skills

Hospitality passion

High energy

Communication

Team player

Weekend availability

Evening availability

Flexible schedule

Tools

Food Handler Certification

TABC Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Company Overview

Culinary Khancepts is a Houston-based, multi-concept hospitality and entertainment group featuring a diverse portfolio of restaurants, cinemas, and iconic local destinations. Our concepts include State Fare Kitchen & Bar, Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, The Audrey, Reel Luxury Cinemas, Epicure Café, Leo’s, the Historic River Oaks Theatre, Mayahuel, Star Cinema Grill, Hollywood Palms, and River Oaks Pharmacy.

Why Work With Us?

At Culinary Khancepts, our Team Members are at the heart of every experience we create. We foster a collaborative, fast-paced environment where individuals are encouraged to grow, develop their skills, and take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality.

At Star Cinema Grill, the excitement of the movies meets full-service dining, handcrafted drinks, and genuine hospitality. Join a team that brings great food, film, and service together under one roof while creating a memorable entertainment experience for every guest.

Job Summary

Food Runners have the potential to earn up to $25.00+ per hour, with auto-gratuity added to every guest check! As a Food Runner at Star Cinema Grill, you’ll play an important role in delivering a seamless dining and entertainment experience by ensuring each guest receives their order quickly, accurately, and with exceptional hospitality. Food Runners work closely with the kitchen and service teams to deliver food and beverages, assist with guest needs, and help keep service running smoothly from the kitchen to the theatre.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food promptly and correctly from the kitchen to guests
• Maintain a clean and organized expo line
• Assist with ticket organization and communication between kitchen and service staff
• Ensure all food is presented in accordance with brand standards
• Support servers and team members with guest needs as they arise

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for hospitality and guest service
• High energy and a sense of urgency
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Weekend and evening availability
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on restaurant needs
• Food handler's & TABC Certifications required

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Growth Opportunities
• Pharmacy & Restaurant Discounts
• Available discounts, rewards, and perks on thousands of personal purchases such as entertainment, gym memberships, electronics and travel.
• Free movies at Star Cinema Grill
• Potential for Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
• 401K Retirement Savings Program
• Employee Referral Program