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Expo / Food Runner (Fine Dining)

Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood & Crab
Des Plaines, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026
Job Details

Description

Who We Are

Since Opening Our Doors In 1992, We Have Dedicated Ourselves To Creating Exhilarating Moments And Enduring Memories. To Do So, We Bring Our Core Values To Your Table Every Day

Culinary Excellence, Sustainable Seafood, Southern Hospitality, Company Culture, and Philanthropy are what make Truluck’s, Truluck’s.

Our Team Assistants help us deliver these core values to every guest.

We are here to make good things happen for other people.

Who are you?

We are currently seeking Team Assistant/Busser candidates who will dedicate themselves to this purpose in joining our exceptional team of professionals. The Team Assistant position is the backbone of our operations, providing all supplies needed to our professional service staff. The TA role requires clearing dishware, polishing silverware, glassware, and setting the dinner tables for service. This is a fast-paced position that requires team members to keep a brisk pace. Successful candidates must have previous hospitality experience, and a proven history of professionalism, accountability, and team commitment. Experience as a Team Assistant with similar high-volume, upscale, fine dining concepts is preferred.

Why us?

At Truluck’s, we make choices that honor the plate, the palate, and the planet. We practice TRU Sustainability, by maintaining an unwavering commitment to serving the highest-quality sustainable seafood. We will never serve endangered, overfished species, and we always follow Ocean Conservancy guidelines. Our Florida Stone Crab is captured by our team of professional crabbers, and our produce is sourced from local growers whenever possible.

We are hospitality professionals who truly love what we do. Truluck's offers a supportive, positive, and fun work environment. We are passionate professionals working together to provide our guests with remarkable and unforgettable experiences.

HOW DO WE ACHIEVE THE REMARKABLE TOGETHER?

We Always Remember To STONE CRAB

Show kindness and gratitude.

Take pride in doing your best.

Offer to help.

Never stop striving to get better.

Empathize with others.

Challenge yourself to reach a higher standard.

Remember to laugh and have fun.

Always stay positive.

Be true to yourself and keep working hard.

Compensation

Hourly and Tips. (Potential to make $17-$25/hr)

Required Training/Education/Experience

Restaurant experience preferred but not necessary.

Knowledge of wait staff and guest needs.

All Ambassadors are required to have a telephone number where they can be reached.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to stand for 9 hours.

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Ability to perform all job functions while wearing the specified uniform, including proper footwear.

Professional and accurate communication.

Long Description Of Responsibilities/Duties

  • Perform job functions in accordance with performance standards.
  • Perform Team Assistant opening duties and closing duties as directed.
  • Maintain dining room cleanliness and safety; report any issues to Leadership.
  • Assist servers with cleaning and re-setting tables.
  • Set up and maintain service support stations.
  • Maintain, clean, and restock restroom throughout the shift.
  • Properly dispose of leftover garbage, stack plates, wrap glasses, separate silverware, and dispose of duty linen.
  • Pre-set large parties and prioritize table re-set with host department.
  • Inform host department or Leadership of table availability.
  • Restock plates, flatware, and glassware to assigned areas.
  • Attend all Ambassador meetings and bring suggestions for improvements.
  • Always maintain clean and professional appearance.
  • Work with “Teamwork” always in mind.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Leadership Team.

Salary : $17 - $25

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