Hot Chi Downtown | Crew Member Job at Hot Chi Chicken + Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen, Chicago, IL

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  • Hot Chi Chicken + Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Crew Member – Hot Chi (Downtown Chicago)

Schedule: Daytime shifts only! 

Locations:

  • The Sterling Food Hall – 125 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60603 - (1030 am - 7 pm | Monday - Friday)

  • The Old Post Office Food Hall – 433 W. Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607 (11 am - 3 pm | Monday - Friday)

Pay: $17.00 – $18.50/hr guaranteed (based on experience)
If tips exceed your guaranteed wage, they get added to your paycheck.

About Hot Chi

Hot Chi serves up  Chicago-style hot chicken —crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. We’re about more than food; we’re about hustle, community, and making sure every guest leaves with a little .

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • No Weekend Shifts – both locations close early

  • Simple, steady schedule – perfect if you’re working two jobs or balancing school

  • Small team – you won’t get lost in the crowd

  • Cross-training – learn both front and back of house skills

  • Free shift meal

The Role

As a Crew Member at Hot Chi’s downtown food hall locations, you’ll rotate between guest service, food prep, and kitchen support. With a small team, everyone plays an important part in keeping things running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

  • Serve Guests: Take orders with energy, accuracy, and a smile

  • Cook & Prep: Fry chicken, prepare sides, and assemble plates to Hot Chi standards

  • Stay Organized: Keep stations stocked, clean, and food-safe

  • Teamwork: Support your crew wherever needed—FOH, BOH, or expo

  • Represent Hot Chi: Bring positivity, hustle, and hospitality to every shift

What We’re Looking For

  • Optimistic, team-oriented attitude

  • Reliability—on time, ready to work

  • Ability to move fast and stay focused during rushes

  • Flexible to jump in wherever needed

  • Prior food service experience is a plus, but not required—we’ll train you

Perks & Pay

  • $17–$18.50/hr guaranteed (based on experience)

  • Extra tips added if they exceed your guaranteed wage

  • Free meal every shift

  • Growth opportunities (shift leads and beyond)

  • Downtown Chicago locations—close to transit

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Early shift

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