Waitstaff

Waitstaff

Chicago, United States

Company
The Bellevue Chicago
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Part-time
Via
Indeed

Job Description
The Bellevue is a contemporary American barrestaurant in Chicago's renowned Gold Coast neighborhood. Here, luxury, class, and a bit of splendor come together, creating an atmosphere worthy of our name's meaning, "beautiful view." As the sun sets over our iconic corner of Rush and Bellevue, smiles grow, and laughter floods the patio, all amidst the backdrop of our vibrant neighborhood-it's picturesque in every way. You'll soon discover that this sophisticated neighborhood staple is the place to be day or night. The Bellevue has arrived-we can't wait to see you soon.

If you are interested to be part of the team of this exciting new restaurant, we are now accepting applications for various positions including Waitstaff

Job Description

Responsibilities
• Providing all Guests with a memorable experience
• Greeting guests and taking drink and food orders
• Staying attentive to the needs of guests in the dining area
• Delivering food from the kitchen to the guests
• Ensuring the food order is made correctly by kitchen staff and looks presentable for guests
• Following health code standards with regards to the handling of food
• Performing shift duties like delivering racks of cups to the service station, rolling silverware, pre-bussing tables, wiping tables and removing debris and more

Requirements
• Standing for extended periods (8 hr shift)
• Legally of age to serve alcohol in City of Chicago
• Food safety knowledge
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Speed and finesse are a must
• Meets all company standards
• Maintain a positive attitude with self, guests, and teammates
• Completes all ongoing certifications/validations
• Maintains a clean Workspace
• Toast Experience preferred
• 1+ years of experience serving in a high Volume restaurant preferred

Benefits
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Schedule
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As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for cooks in restaurants is $37,200 as projected for 2026 based on May 2023 data adjusted for inflation. Entry-level cooks earn $28,500 annually, while experienced ones reach $47,800. These figures apply to full-time positions nationwide.
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