Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $11.40
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedule
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Tips
Career growth opportunities
great team atmosphere

Job Description

Chili's is a well-known casual dining restaurant chain founded in Dallas, Texas, in 1975. With a strong legacy rooted in service, hospitality, and community engagement, Chili's has become a favorite destination for guests craving a relaxed dining experience featuring signature menu items like Big Mouth burgers, house-smoked ribs, sizzling fajitas, and hand-shaken margaritas. The brand prides itself on creating an inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy quality food in a friendly environment. Over the years, Chili's has continued to grow and evolve, maintaining its commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and memorable dining experiences. With a vibrant team culture and a focus on employee development, Chili's is dedicated to fostering an environment where team members can thrive and grow their careers.

The Food Runner role at Chili's is crucial in enhancing the guest experience by ensuring timely and hospitable food delivery, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting the serving team. Food Runners act as the vital link between the kitchen and guests, helping to elevate the overall dining experience through excellent communication and a genuine passion for service. This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals enthusiastic about hospitality and food service who desire a career advancement path, as Chili's primarily hires Food Runners who can quickly progress to server roles.

Food Runners at Chili's are not only responsible for delivering meals to guests but also for creating a welcoming and customized experience that encourages repeat visits. They play an active role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment, pre-bussing tables, and collaborating closely with other team members to meet guests' needs efficiently. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, as Food Runners must be available to work various shifts including weekends, weekdays, and holidays depending on business needs.

The role suits individuals who can thrive in a fast-paced and high-volume setting, demonstrating excellent attitude, quick thinking, and superior interpersonal skills. Previous experience in food running or hospitality is a plus but not strictly required, as Chili's provides a fast hiring process and supports growth opportunities within the company. Working at Chili's comes with benefits such as flexible scheduling, a great team atmosphere, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and life insurance coverage. This hourly position offers a starting wage of $11.40 plus tips and is based at Chili's location on 579 N US Highway 287.

Overall, joining Chili's as a Food Runner is an ideal stepping stone for those passionate about food, hospitality, and growing their career within a supportive and dynamic restaurant environment. This role offers both an immediate rewarding experience and long-term potential within one of the most respected names in casual dining.

Job Requirements

  • Must be available to work some weekends, weekdays, and holidays as needed
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to lift and carry moderate weight
  • Strong team collaboration skills
  • Basic food safety knowledge

Job Qualifications

  • Great attitude and approach to guests and team members
  • Thinks and acts quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Provides a customized experience for every guest
  • Prior experience a plus

Job Duties

  • Provide hospitable and customized service to each of our Guests
  • Improve the Guest experience by interacting, connecting, and ensuring needs are met
  • Keep the tables free of dirty dishes through pre-bussing any empty glassware, debris, empty bottles, plate ware, silverware, etc.
  • Partner with other Team Members to ensure Guest satisfaction
  • Must be available to work some weekends, weekdays, and holidays as needed
  • Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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