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Food Runner

CompanyChanhassen Dinner Theatres
LocationChanhassen
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
About The Company
As local theater icon for almost 50 years, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres continues to provide a high-quality entertainment experience for Twin Cities & regional audiences. Learn more about upcoming musicals, concerts, comedy shows, wedding & event availability and more at ChanhassenDT.com.
About the Role

 

Reports To: Food & Beverage Manager             FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay: $15.00 an Hour

 

Summary 

The food runner position is responsible for assisting in seating guests, running food from the kitchen to the designated drop stations, and communicating with management and service staff regarding guest satisfaction or needs.

 

        Essential Responsibilities & Duties

  • Check maps and work list.
  • Set up dining room according to maps.
  • Attend “cue call”.
  • Help seat guests until you are needed in your section.
  • Make sure food gets to the proper station in the dining room.
  • Assist servers with their guest’s needs.
  • Clean and maintain station throughout service.
  • Clean and re-set the dining room after the performance is over.
  • Communicate any inquiries, special requests, complaints/compliments to Food & Beverage Manager on duty.
  • Respond to emergencies appropriately.
  • Work as a team member and assist co-workers when needed.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

       Qualifications 

  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
  • No prior job experience needed, on-the-job training provided.
  • Team oriented.

Diversity Commitment:

CDT is committed to fostering and cultivating a culture of inclusion that celebrates diversity and promotes equity. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and company’s achievement as well. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our staff, artists, and patrons.

 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.  Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required. All employees are responsible for following Chanhassen Dinner Theatres policies and procedures as defined by their manager or Employee Handbook.

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.


 

Key Skills
Food serviceCustomer serviceTeamworkCommunicationDining room setupLiftingSafety compliance
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityCustomer Service & Support
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The food runner is responsible for transporting food from the kitchen to dining stations and assisting servers with guest needs. They also maintain the cleanliness of the dining area and communicate guest feedback to management.
📋Job Type
part time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
171
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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