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Food Runner (15)

Ancho & Agave
Deer Park, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026

Ancho & Agave is hiring Food Runners to join our growing team! If you have a passion for food and an eye for detail, we want you! You’ll play a crucial role in the smooth operation of our dining rooms and ensure a great experience for every guest.
 
Food Runner responsibilities include but are not limited to delivering food orders from the kitchen to customers’ tables rapidly and accurately, ensuring that the highest quality of food presentation is maintained, acting as the point-of-contact between Front of the House and Back of the House staff, communicating food orders, paying attention to priorities and special requests (e.g. food allergies), ensuring food is served in accordance with safety standards (e.g. proper temperature), answering guests’ questions about ingredients and menu items, side work, and station setup.

Food Runner Skills & Qualifications:

  • Understanding of hygiene and food safety rules. 
  • Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and holidays. 
  • Good oral communication skills. 
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment. 
  • Physical ability and stamina to carry heavy trays and/or plates and stand for long hours. 
  • Ability to multitask and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. 

Food Runner Employment Benefits:

  • Hourly rate of $9 tips
  • Flexible Scheduling 
  • Career Advancement Opportunities 
  • Meal Discounts 
  • Paid Vacation 
  • Eligibility for Health Insurance 
  • Eligibility for 401K 

Ancho & Agave was born out of a flavor-obsessed craving for fresh, delicious Mexican food with a side of fun. We’re more than just tacos, amigos and tequila … we’re the champions of bringing together quality ingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting. Ancho & Agave is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.

Salary : $9

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