Busser

LAGO (Glenview); Chicago, Glenview (IL, KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

LAGO (Glenview) in Chicago is seeking a friendly team member to provide hospitality support in a fast-paced dining room. You will assist servers and bartenders, deliver dishes, and ensure guests feel welcome and well cared for.

The role emphasizes teamwork, a positive attitude, and the ability to stand for extended periods while helping maintain clean dining spaces.

Qualifications

• Hospitality orientation and guest service mindset.
• Clear verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide genuine, high-quality hospitality in a timely manner.
• Ensure guests feel welcomed, valued, and well cared for.
• Support servers, bartenders, and other team members throughout service.
• Deliver food to the appropriate tables and announce each dish.
• Pre-bus, clear, clean, and reset tables.
• Refill water and assist with guest needs as requested.
• Stock and maintain server stations, the bar, and other service areas.
• Transition between food runner and busser responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain clean and organized dining and service areas.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Maintain an energetic, professional, and positive attitude with guests and team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Stamina to stand/walk

Job description

ABOUT LAGO (GLENVIEW)

Excellence is coming to Glenview, at a restaurant called LAGO, the creation and vision of Fabio Viviani. With an emphasis on steak and fine libation you will experience Italian tradition with an innovative twist. The cuts are only the thickest and finest and the seafood is unsurpassed. The atmosphere is relaxed, while at the same time, sophisticated with a Neighborhood feel. You may even catch a glimpse of Fabio himself. If you believe in this idea and vision, it's time to help us build the next great experience for our guests.

Compensation: Base wage of $9.00/hour plus tips. Team members are guaranteed to earn at least $15.00/hour in accordance with applicable wage laws, with the opportunity to earn more based on gratuities.

Duties :

• Provide genuine, high-quality hospitality in a timely manner
• Help ensure every guest feels welcomed, valued, and well cared for
• Support servers, bartenders, and other team members throughout service
• Deliver food to the appropriate tables and clearly announce each dish
• Pre-bus, clear, clean, and reset tables
• Refill water and assist with other guest needs as requested
• Stock and maintain server stations, the bar, and other service areas
• Transition between food runner and busser responsibilities based on service and guest needs
• Maintain clean and organized dining and service areas
• Follow all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Maintain an energetic, professional, and positive attitude when interacting with guests and team members
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• A passion for hospitality and creating an excellent dining experience
• Excellent verbal communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, dependable, and self-motivated attitude
• Ability to follow directions and pay close attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift more than 30 pounds

We strive to embrace what makes each one of us unique; we each have our own story, and there is only one YOU. We believe that celebrating and embracing this philosophy makes for a better world! Whether looking at our current staff or future team members, we believe that everyone has something to offer, and our employment practices reflect that. Whether by mandate or not, we never have and never will make our employment decision based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you are passionate about food and hospitality, we may be the place for you!