Food Runner/Busser
Chicago, United StatesCompany
Doughboy Restaurant Group
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn
Job Description
Rich Labriola, the visionary behind Doughboy Restaurant Group, including Labriola Chicago, Labriola Oak Brook, and Stan's Donuts, is embarking on an exciting journey of expansion and refinement in the hospitality industry. With new concepts on the horizon and a commitment to setting new standards for excellence, we are seeking talented Food Runners to join us in shaping the future of hospitality.
Pay Rate
$12.62 per hour plus great TIPS!
Job Duties
• Setting up the kitchen line for food expo
• Reading tickets and managing hot and cold food, organizing completed dishes and running food to tables
• Carrying Deep Dish pizzas to table and serving table side
Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits available
• 75% employer contribution to a single BCBS HMO or PPO medical plan
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Paid Leave and Sick Leave hours
Experience
• Minimum 1 year experience preferred but not required
License/Certification:
• Food Handler Certification is preferred upon hire but not required but must obtain this certification no later than 30 days after hired.
Pay Rate
$12.62 per hour plus great TIPS!
Job Duties
• Setting up the kitchen line for food expo
• Reading tickets and managing hot and cold food, organizing completed dishes and running food to tables
• Carrying Deep Dish pizzas to table and serving table side
Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits available
• 75% employer contribution to a single BCBS HMO or PPO medical plan
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Paid Leave and Sick Leave hours
Experience
• Minimum 1 year experience preferred but not required
License/Certification:
• Food Handler Certification is preferred upon hire but not required but must obtain this certification no later than 30 days after hired.
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