Special Events Crew — Fast-Paced Guest Service & Food Prep

Home Run Inn; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Home Run Inn is seeking a Special Events Team Member for part-time seasonal work at various community events. You will serve guests, handle food preparation and service, and assist with event setup and breakdown while representing a beloved Chicago pizza brand.

The role emphasizes friendly guest interactions, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor/indoor event environment. Must be 16+ with food safety and footwear requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 5 hours.
• Ability to frequently lift, reach, bend, and squat.
• Working knowledge of the predominant language of our guests.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Food Handler Certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Safety shoes required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, welcoming service to guests.
• Take orders and operate the register.
• Answer guest questions and help create a positive experience.
• Represent Home Run Inn with pride at every event.
• Prepare and portion food according to Home Run Inn standards.
• Maintain high food quality and presentation standards.
• Keep food properly stocked and ready to serve.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Help set up event spaces, food stations, equipment, and supplies.
• Support catering events, food truck operations, festival concessions, and private events.
• Help break down and clean up event spaces and equipment.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, stocked, and food-safe throughout each event.
• Follow all workplace health and safety requirements.
• Practice safe food handling and preparation.
• Help maintain a safe environment for teammates and guests.
• Speak up and reinforce safe behaviors across the team.
• Jump in wherever help is needed.
• Work effectively with teammates in a fast-paced environment.
• Stay flexible as event needs and priorities change.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Event setup

Food handling

Cashier skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Home Run Inn is seeking a Special Events Team Member for part-time seasonal work at various community events. You will serve guests, handle food preparation and service, and assist with event setup and breakdown while representing a beloved Chicago pizza brand.

The role emphasizes friendly guest interactions, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor/indoor event environment. Must be 16+ with food safety and footwear requirements.