Food Runner

Now hiring a Food Runner at Charlie Gitto's, a locally loved Italian restaurant in St. Louis, MO. Earn $10–$12/hour plus tips in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment — no experience required, we'll train you. Apply today and start this week.

About the Role: As a Food Runner at Charlie Gitto's, you'll be the critical link between our kitchen and our guests — making sure every dish leaves the line hot, accurate, and delivered to the right table at the right time. It's a great entry-level restaurant job for anyone looking to break into the hospitality industry or grow toward a serving or bartending role.

What We're Looking For: We need a Food Runner who understands that timing and accuracy make the difference between a good meal and a great one. Our ideal candidate is someone who:

• Moves with urgency and takes pride in getting every plate to the right guest
• Is detail-oriented and pays close attention to ticket accuracy and modifiers
• Thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment and stays calm under pressure
• Communicates clearly with the kitchen, servers, and managers
• Brings a positive, team-first attitude every shift

What You'll Be Doing:

• Running food from the kitchen to guest tables quickly, accurately, and with care
• Confirming orders against tickets before leaving the line
• Knowing the menu well enough to identify dishes, ingredients, and table positions
• Assisting servers with water refills, drink delivery, and guest needs
• Communicating with the kitchen on timing, special requests, and modifications
• Keeping expo and service stations clean, organized, and stocked
• Supporting bussers, servers, and bartenders during peak service

Requirements:

• Friendly, dependable, and eager to learn
• Strong attention to detail and good short-term memory for table positions
• Ability to stand, walk, and carry trays/plates for extended periods
• Comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be at least 16 years old (or per local labor laws)

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay: $10–$12/hour + tips
• Flexible part-time and full-time scheduling
• A supportive, team-oriented atmosphere
• Clear path to grow into server, bartender, or lead roles
• A chance to work at one of St. Louis's most iconic Italian restaurants

Why Charlie Gitto's? Charlie Gitto's is a St. Louis institution — a locally loved Italian restaurant known for authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and a tight-knit team. Food Runner is one of the best on-ramps into restaurant work: you'll learn the menu, understand the pace of service, and build the foundation to move up quickly.

Apply Now No prior experience? No problem. If you're hardworking, dependable, and eager to learn, we'll teach you everything you need to know. Apply today to join the Charlie Gitto's team.