Hot Chi Downtown | Crew Member

Crew Member – Hot Chi (Downtown Chicago)

Schedule: Daytime shifts only!

Locations:

• The Sterling Food Hall – 125 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60603 - (10:30 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 and customer service experience required.

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