Food Runner - La Mesa Chili's

Chili's; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Life insurance

Job summary

Chili's in California is seeking a Food Runner to support servers and kitchen staff by delivering food and maintaining a smooth dining experience for Guests. You will engage with Guests, anticipate needs, and join a team that values hospitality and teamwork.

Ideal candidates have a positive attitude, can adapt quickly in a busy setting, and may have prior food service experience. Flexible scheduling includes weekends, holidays, and various shifts to support peak times.

Qualifications

• Strong guest service mindset and positive attitude.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow into roles within the restaurant.
• Prior hospitality or food service experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospitable and customized service to each Guest.
• Improve the Guest experience by connecting with Guests and team members.
• Clear tables and pre-bus to maintain a clean dining area.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure Guest satisfaction.
• Availability to work weekends, weekdays, and holidays as needed.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment.

Skills

Guest service

Customer focus

Adaptability

Team player

Job description

Role Overview

Our Food Runners create an exceptional experience for our Guests and their fellow Team Members by sharing their passion for beverages, food, and people. We hire primarily food runners who can grow their career quickly to server. You are enthusiastic and believe that great food is nothing without great hospitality. You show your fun personality to connect with our Guests and each other, making people feel special.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospitable and customized service to each of our Guests
• Improve the Guest experience by interacting, connecting, and ensuring needs are met.
• Keep the tables free of dirty dishes through pre-bussing any empty glassware, debris, empty bottles, plate ware, silverware, ect.
• Partner with other Team Members to ensure Guest satisfaction
• Must be available to work some weekends, weekdays, and holidays as needed
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment

About You

• Great attitude and approach to Guests and Team Members
• Thinks and acts quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Provides a customized experience for every Guest
• Prior experience a plus

About Us

Chili's was born in Dallas, Texas in 1975. Since then, we've boldly claimed our place in the casual dining industry as the place to go for Big Mouth burgers, house smoked ribs, full on fajitas, and hand shaken margaritas! With a legacy deeply rooted in service, hospitality, and giving back, we are committed to delivering the best experience to every Guest, every day.

• Fast hiring process
• Flexible part-time or full-time schedule
• Growth opportunities
• Great team atmosphere and culture
• Benefits package with health, dental and life - View our full benefits page at chilisjobs.com/benefits/

*Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until filled