Paradise Park - Busser

Happy Camper; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Medical, Dental and Vision Options

Paid time off

Dining discounts

Free Uniform

Job summary

Happy Camper in Chicago is seeking a Busser to support a fast-paced dining room. You will maintain tables, assist servers, and help ensure a smooth guest experience in a vibrant environment.

The role emphasizes guest service, teamwork, and adherence to health and safety standards. Located in the Chicago area, the position is on-site with flexible hours and opportunities to grow within the restaurant group.

Qualifications

• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile.
• Get along well with others and be a team player.
• Comply with safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Bring waters to each table when the guest is seated and refill as needed.
• Clear plates and silverware and restock the table after each course.
• Assist the Server throughout the meal to ensure a positive guest experience.
• Transport bus bins to the dish station and unload for the dishwasher.
• Restock plates and glassware at server stations during the shift.
• Clean, sanitize, and restock each table after guests finish their meals.
• Sweep and clean booths, chairs, and floor after each guest’s meal.
• Maintain restaurant cleanliness across counters, sinks, utensils, and storage areas.
• Assist in light kitchen tasks like folding pizza boxes and stocking utensils.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Job description

About Us

We are the marinara-muddled minds behind Happy Camper, Homeslice, and Paradise Park. Our restaurants are wall to wall with lights, murals, and vignettes for the perfect gram. We are known for our art inspired spaces, delicious food and great vibes. Our brand is glued together by our company culture. Currently, we are looking for other folks who are enthusiastic about being part of our team and growing our ever-evolving brand. Many of our employees have been with the company from the first installment of the brand. Our careers feel like a life purpose for many of us and a common thread is that we pay a distinct amount of attention to detail in creating this atmosphere. The ideal candidate wants to really enjoy their work environment and the people they work with. With a restaurant group expanding as rapidly as we have, we need someone who is self-motivated, and willing to take initiative. The ideal candidate wants to really enjoy their work environment and the people they work with. With a restaurant group expanding as rapidly as we have, we need someone who is self-motivated, and willing to take initiative.

Paradise Park - Wicker Park - Happy Hospitality
1913 W North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

Position Opening: Busser

Job Summary

We are currently looking for Bussers who enjoy being around people and working with a supportive team. Happy Camper is a fast-paced establishment with great pizza and ambience! We are a fun place to work and a great place to start a new career.
A busser will be in charge of table maintenance in their section on the main floor, the patio or designated service area. Filling waters, clearing plates and silverware, and resetting tables after completion of meals are the main essentials of the job.

Responsibilities

• Bring waters to each table when the guest is seated and refill as needed
• Clear plates and silverware after appetizers and restock the table with new plates and silverware after each course as needed or requested by the guest or server
• Assist the Server throughout the course of the meal in any way necessary to ensure a positive Guest experience
• Frequently take bus bins to the dish station and unload the bin in an organized and sanitary manner for the dishwasher
• Restock plates and glassware at the Server stations throughout the shift
• Clean, sanitize, and restock each table upon completion of the Guest’s meal
• Clean and sweep the booths, chairs, and floor of each table upon completion of the Guest’s meal
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the restaurant including counters, sinks, utensils, shelves and storage areas
• Restock ice bins frequently throughout the shift
• Assist the restocking and replenishment of restaurant inventory and supplies
• Help run food to tables using seat numbers
• Assist in light kitchen functions such as folding pizza boxes and stocking service utensils like spatulas, tongs and spoons

Other Functions

• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor
• Comply with health and food safety standards, restocking items and cleaning
• Provide great Guest service, and following Happy Camper policies and guest standards

Physical Functions

• Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed
• Must be able to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to 8 hours or as needed
• Be able to lift up to 20 pounds frequently
• Must be able to climb and descend stairs frequently
• Will frequently reach, feel, bend, stoop, carry
• Work in both warm and cool environments
• High levels of noise from music, guests and employee traffic
• Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish

Qualifications/Requirements

• Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests needs
• Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
• Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
• Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO2 tanks and soda dispensers
• Manually wash and sanitize glassware using a three compartment sink
• Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory
• Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated
• Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
• Follow all steps of service
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed

Certifications

Food Handlers Certification

Compensation Details

Compensation: $12.62 hourly, plus tips.

Benefits

• Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*
• 50% dining discounts during shift
• 25% dining discounts at other Happy Hospitality locations
• Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Options**
• Paid time off – vacation and sick**
• Free Uniform (Up to two branded T-Shirts)

**Eligibility based off of time in position and average hours worked**
*Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing

Department: Front of House
Reports to: General Manager
Status: Variable Hour
FLSA Code: Non-exempt
Location: Chicago

Happy Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity.

Must be eligible to legally work in the United States.