Food Runner — Flexible Scheduling & Meal Discounts

Ancho & Agave; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement Opportunities

Meal Discounts

Paid Vacation

Health Insurance

401K

Job summary

Ancho & Agave in Naperville, IL is seeking a friendly Food Runner to join our dining team. You’ll transport meals from kitchen to tables, ensure high presentation, and coordinate between front and back of house to keep service smooth.

Ideal candidates are reliable with good communication, able to multitask in a fast-paced setting, and capable of lifting up to 35 lbs. Part‑time schedule with flexible hours and opportunities for growth within our welcoming restaurant.

Qualifications

• Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Delivering food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately; ensuring high quality presentation.
• Acting as the point‑of‑contact between Front of the House and Back of the House staff; communicating food orders.
• Paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies).
• Ensuring food is served in accordance with safety standards (temperature).
• Answering guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items.
• Providing side work and station setup.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Calm under pressure

Job description

Ancho & Agave in Naperville, IL is seeking a friendly Food Runner to join our dining team. You’ll transport meals from kitchen to tables, ensure high presentation, and coordinate between front and back of house to keep service smooth.

Ideal candidates are reliable with good communication, able to multitask in a fast-paced setting, and capable of lifting up to 35 lbs. Part‑time schedule with flexible hours and opportunities for growth within our welcoming restaurant.