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The Alinea Group Food Runner (Hourly) - Next Restaurant in Chicago, Illinois
Next is looking for a full-time Food Runner to join our team! The Food Runner is an important part of the team, ensuring each dish is delivered and presented from the kitchen timely and accurately. This is a full time position, paid hourly, and candidates must be willing to work 40+ hours, 5 days a week. Candidates must be available to work Wednesday - Sunday.
Next is a pre-fixe experience that undergoes a creative overhaul every four months, each time inviting guests to explore a new culinary region, theme or moment in time. For example, Winter 2019’s Silk & Spice menu featured dishes that explored the spices and flavors along the historic trade route in Asia, Northeast Africa and Europe. Next was named the Best New Restaurant in the U.S. by the James Beard Foundation in 2012 and awarded a Michelin Star. Past menus have included Ancient Rome (2017), The Hunt (2012), and Alinea Retrospective (2018).
Responsibilities
Maintains knowledge of current day reservations, including PONs (People of Note), dietary restrictions, or other special instructions via pre-service meetings
Sets up room before service, including seating and side stations
Maintains complete knowledge of all menus, including ingredients and techniques used
Runs all food and beverages to the dining room
Maintains complete knowledge of table and seat numbers
Greets and acknowledges all guests, providing a positive dining experience
Anticipates guest needs and responds promptly
Accommodates all request for information courteously
Takes direction from Chefs
Requirements
1 or more years experience as a food runner, server assistant, server, or related position
Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment
High attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Ability to carry a tray with food and/or drinks
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations
Physical Requirements
Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours
Must be able to move, pull or lift at least 35 pounds
Must be able to climb stairs multiple times per shift
Benefits
Competitive hourly wage at $21.00 - $21.50/hour
Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st month following full-time employment
50% company contribution to single HMO during the first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years
Paid time off
401(K) with a company match of up to 4% of deferred earnings
CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment
Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant
Referral Bonus Program available
The Alinea Group is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity.
Must be eligible to legally work in the United States. We use E-Verify.