Food Runner & Server Assistant — Move Fast, Own the Floor

Black Briar; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off accrual after 90 days

Paid sick leave

Employee dining benefit

Annual performance review with merit

Job summary

Black Briar in Chicago’s West Loop is seeking a Food Runner / Server Assistant who moves with purpose, knows the menu cold, and keeps the floor running so every plate lands hot and every table stays cared for.

The Food Runner / Server Assistant is the connective tissue between the kitchen and the floor, delivering food accurately and quickly while supporting servers and maintaining a clean, stocked environment.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant experience preferred; we will train the right person.
• Speed, awareness, and a genuine team-first instinct.
• Illinois Food Handler certification required, or obtained before start date; BASSET if serving alcohol.
• Keep a clean, well-set floor and great attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food accurately and quickly from pass to table.
• Support servers with drink runs, clearing, crumbing, resets, and water service.
• Read the floor and step in wherever the room needs you.
• Keep tables, stations, and service areas clean and stocked.
• Communicate table needs and timing back to servers and management.
• Reset and re-lay tables between seatings; complete side work and opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Food Handler certification

Job description

Black Briar in Chicago’s West Loop is seeking a Food Runner / Server Assistant who moves with purpose, knows the menu cold, and keeps the floor running so every plate lands hot and every table stays cared for.

The Food Runner / Server Assistant is the connective tissue between the kitchen and the floor, delivering food accurately and quickly while supporting servers and maintaining a clean, stocked environment.