Host/Cashier Starting at $17.05/hr.

Description

Step Up to the Plate as Our Host / Cashier!

Location: The Beverly Pizzeria – Chicago, IL
Department: Front of House
Pay: $17.05/hr

At Home Run Inn, we believe pizza should do more than fill you up—it should lift you up.

For nearly 100 years, we've been bringing people together over authentic Chicago tavern-style pizza. Behind every great pizza is an incredible team, and behind every incredible teammate is a dining experience that makes them feel welcomed from the moment they walk through our doors.

That's where you come in.

If you're someone who loves creating memorable guest experiences, enjoys connecting with people, can stay organized in a busy environment, and takes pride in making every guest feel welcome, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As our Host / Cashier, you'll be one of the first and last faces our guests see. You'll welcome guests, help manage the flow of the dining room, assist with seating, answer phones, take carry-out orders, and process payments.

You'll help keep the front of the restaurant organized and welcoming while jumping in to support your teammates wherever needed.

No two shifts look exactly the same, and that's part of the fun.

You'll Spend Your Time

Creating an amazing guest experience

• Greet guests warmly, ask about seating preferences, and escort them to the appropriate table
• Review seating assignments and seat guests according to availability and station assignments
• Distribute menus and promote current specials, events, and promotions
• Maintain a friendly and positive attitude throughout the shift
• Assist guests with special requests or needs
• Monitor the guest waiting list and help manage the flow of the dining room
• Answer guest questions and provide accurate information
• Help create a welcoming first and last impression for every guest

Taking great care of carry-out guests

• Answer incoming phone calls and greet guests by phone
• Take clear and accurate food and beverage orders
• Follow Home Run Inn phone procedures and sales scripts
• Recommend menu items and suggest additional items for purchase
• Quote prices, describe menu items, and answer general questions
• Process carry-out orders and ensure guests receive the correct products
• Distribute carry-out, catering, and promotional menus and materials
• Assist with restaurant marketing by sharing current promotions and materials

Handling payments accurately

• Operate the POS system and process guest orders
• Calculate bills and prepare itemized tickets
• Accept cash and other forms of payment
• Provide correct change and receipts
• Use the POS system, calculator, and phone confidently and accurately

Keeping the front of house guest-ready

• Maintain clean and organized front entrance and host/cashier areas
• Keep menus clean and ensure they contain appropriate information
• Complete daily cleaning checklists
• Help maintain the cleanliness of the games area, display cases, bathrooms, lobby, and other guest areas
• Assist with bussing and resetting tables during busy periods
• Assist with stocking shelf items, soda, paper goods, condiments, and other merchandise
• Follow restaurant appearance and cleanliness standards

Supporting the team

• Communicate effectively with servers, kitchen teammates, hosts, and management
• Help maintain a smooth flow of guests and orders during busy periods
• Jump in to support other front-of-house duties as needed
• Follow all workplace health and safety requirements
• Perform other related duties as assigned

The Host and Phone/Cashier descriptions both emphasize guest interaction, POS/cash handling, phone orders, menu recommendations, front-of-house cleanliness, stocking, and supporting the restaurant team.

You're a Great Fit If You...

• Love helping people feel welcomed and taken care of
• Have a friendly, positive attitude
• Enjoy talking with guests and making recommendations
• Are comfortable handling multiple orders and priorities at once
• Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team
• Pay attention to details, especially when handling orders and payments
• Stay calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
• Take pride in keeping your work area clean and welcoming

What You'll Bring

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Previous customer service or cash-handling experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Ability to handle multiple orders simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift, reach, bend, and stoop throughout the shift
• Ability to stand for extended periods, up to approximately 5 hours
• Working knowledge of the predominant language of our guests
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Food Handler certification required within 30 days of hire
• Safety shoes required within 30 days of hire

Why Home Run Inn?

We're more than a pizza company—we're neighbors serving neighbors.

For four generations, we've built our business around people. We care deeply about our teammates because we know they're the reason families continue making Home Run Inn part of their traditions.

When you join our team, you'll find:

• A family-owned company with nearly 100 years of Chicago history
• Leaders who genuinely care about your growth
• Opportunities to make a real impact on the teammate experience
• A culture built around connection, support, and continuous improvement
• Best & Brightest and Most Loved Workplace distinct recognition
• Plenty of reasons to celebrate the little wins along the way
• Time to recharge with Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Personal Time and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options + supplementary insurances*
• Take care of your growing family with Paid Parental Leave*
• Build your future with our company 401k retirement savings plan, including company matching opportunities
• Enjoy free household access to 24/7 on demand virtual healthcare
• Save on everyday life with discounts on safety shoes, travel, entertainment and more
• Access to all the pizza your heart desires! (Well, almost)

Our Values

Family – We show up for one another and succeed together.

Pride – We set high standards because our teammates and guests deserve our best.

Grit – We keep learning, improving, and finding better ways to do things.

Courage – We own our mistakes, speak honestly, and grow from every experience.

Purpose – To give people home runs in their day.

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're excited about welcoming guests, creating great first impressions, helping customers find their favorite pizza, and being part of a hardworking team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us give people more Home Runs in their day—one guest at a time.

Home Run Inn is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.