What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Runner position at Itoko?
Boka Restaurant Group and ‘Jean Banchet Award of Culinary Excellence’ winner, Chef Gene Kato, are Food Runners to join their team!
BENEFITS & PERKS: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20 establishments!
ABOUT BOKA RESTAURANT GROUP: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/
ABOUT ITOKO: ITOKO is a sushi and robata house located in Chicago’s historic Southport Lanes building. The menu features Kato’s high level of ingredients and technique, but brings a relaxed environment curated for the Southport neighborhood.
FOOD RUNNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accountable for the accurate delivery and description of all food items to guests while providing exceptional guest service.
- Prepare the pass service based on restaurant standards ensuring the proper flow of service
- Stock pass with all service and food items based on prescribed pars
- Follow steps of service to provide a quality guest dining experience
- Provide proper food and beverage service adhering to restaurant standards
- Always follow proper sanitation practices
- Responsible for completing all opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures in a timely manner
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior restaurant experience
- Maintain all required health, sanitation, and alcohol service certificates
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Interpersonal skills
This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
- Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
- Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments
If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you! Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team!
Salary : $11
