Busser / Service Assistant - NM Cafe - Northbrook

Neiman Marcus Group; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Busser/Service Assistant to enhance the dining experience at their upscale cafe. In this role, you'll be pivotal in maintaining the dining room's ambiance, ensuring tables are impeccably set, and assisting guests with their food and beverage needs. This position offers an opportunity to work in a vibrant environment where exceptional customer service is paramount. Join a team that values innovation and inclusivity, and be part of a culture that celebrates diverse talents and perspectives. Your contributions will help create memorable experiences for every guest.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan (401K)

Employee Discounts

Personal Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in serving food and beverage and following service guidelines.
• Knowledge of proper table settings and culinary terminology.

Responsibilities

• Maintain table setups and clear tables in the dining room.
• Deliver food and beverage to guests as indicated by kitchen tickets.
• Assist kitchen and service staff with various service needs.

Skills

Customer Service

Food and Beverage Service

Problem-Solving Skills

Hygiene Standards

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we do—for our customers, associates, brand partners, and communities. Our legacy of innovating and our culture of Belonging guide our roadmap for Revolutionizing Luxury Experiences.

Your Role

As a Service Assistant/Busser, you will maintain setup in the dining room to see to it that guests have the level of food and beverage service consistent to the standards set by Neiman Marcus. You will work on-site and report to the Restaurant Manager.

What You'll Do

• Focus on table maintenance in the dining room, including clearing and re-setting tables
• Deliver food and beverage to guests as indicated by kitchen tickets
• Maintain the bus station and beverage areas
• Learn table numbers and sections in the dining area
• Assist kitchen staff and service staff with any service needs (e.g., additional customer requests, restocking plates, bagging “to go” orders, setting up expediter station)
• Assist waitstaff with any service needs, refilling beverages and running food from the kitchen to the dining room as needed
• Setup the dining room with key items, including but not limited to coffee, iced tea, and ice
• Maintains dining room by restocking glasses, flatware, and linens
• Executes pre-shift, post-shift, and daily and weekly duties as assigned by supervisor
• Lifts and moves objects (e.g., tables, chairs, highchairs, etc.)
• Maintains the highest level of hygiene standards
• Reports to work area dressed appropriately and prepared to work with any necessary supplies / equipment to perform job duties
  
  

What You Bring

• Experienced in serving food and beverage and following proper table service guidelines
• Knowledge of proper placement of china, glass, and flatware for table settings
• Knowledge of order of service and proper placement of table settings (e.g., china, glass, flatware), food, and beverage as indicated by the kitchen ticket and the guidebook
• Knowledge of food, including preparation and culinary terminology
• Ability to interact graciously with the public and handle multiple duties at the same time
• Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills
• Role requires standing, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting and carrying 35 pounds
  
  

Inclusive Benefits

We offer an inclusive and comprehensive range of benefits to our valued associates, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave, Paid Family Leave, and Adoption Support
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) and Life Insurance
• Financial Solutions
• NMG Associates Core Discount of 30%
• Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
  
  

For more information, please click “Our Benefits” section on our career site or reference the link here: https://www.neimanmarcusgroup.com/benefits

About Neiman Marcus Group

As one of the largest multi-brand luxury retailers in the U.S.,with 3,000+ of the world's most desirable brand partners, we're delivering exceptional products and intelligent services enabled by our investments in data and technology.Through the expertise of our associates, we deliver and scale a personalized luxury experience across our three channels of in-store, eCommerce, and remote selling.Our NMG|Way culture, powered by our people, combinesindividual talents into a collective strength to makelife extraordinary.Our brands include Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman.

Our legacy of innovation and culture of Belonging guide our roadmap for Revolutionizing Luxury Experiences. As a female-founded, female-majority organization that outpaces the U.S. population in racial and ethnic diversity, our people are at the heart of our progress, and we take great care to protect and empower them.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our Talent Acquisition process. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Maximum Pay Range $: 17.00
• Minimum Pay Range $: 15.00
• Overtime Status: Non-exempt
• Posting Date: Apr 23, 2025
• Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• Announcement: Saks Global now includes Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue & Saks OFF 5TH.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion

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