POLARIS WAITER/WAITRESS (FULL TIME)

Compass Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading foodservice provider as a Waiter/Waitress, where you will provide exceptional service to guests in a bustling airport lounge. This role involves taking orders, delivering food, and ensuring a clean and welcoming dining environment. With a focus on customer satisfaction, you will be part of a supportive team that values your contributions. Enjoy a range of benefits including free health insurance, weekly pay, and opportunities for career growth. If you are passionate about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Union

Free Health Insurance

Pension

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off/Sick Leave

50 Cent Increase Every 6 Months

Free Meals

Uniforms Provided

Qualifications

• Two years of serving experience required.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests warmly and take food and beverage orders efficiently.
• Deliver food promptly while maintaining sanitation standards.
• Communicate with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy.

Skills

Serving Experience

Customer Service Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group

We are hiring immediately for full time WAITER/WAITRESS position.

Location: Polaris Lounge- United O'Hare Airport - United Airlines ORDCS Terminal, Chicago, IL 60666. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule. Shifts include: 6:00 am to 3:00 pm or 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Days may vary, including weekends and holidays. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Two years of serving experience required. ServSafe Certification is preferred.

Perks: Union! Free health insurance! Pension! Weekly pay! PTO/Sick! 50 cent increase every 6 months! Lunch and uniforms!

Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour.

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

Job Summary

Summary: Takes food and beverage orders and efficiently delivers items to dining room guests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Promptly and warmly greet guests in the dining room; takes food and beverages in an efficient manner, following established steps of service.
2. Delivers food promptly and professionally; maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards. Follows up periodically to assist with any additional needs or requests.
3. Demonstrates complete understanding of menu items and ingredients. Advises guests on appropriate combinations of food and drinks when requested; accommodates reasonable requests and notes preferences. As needed, demonstrates knowledge of specialized diets and allergens.
4. Communicates directly with back-of-the-house staff to ensure that orders are delivered correctly and special requests are accommodated.
5. Exhibits exceptional communications skills and demonstrates ability to get along well with others. Remains flexible and patient when communicating with guests and staff.
6. Collects tickets and follows proper cash-handling procedures.
7. Promotes a clean, safe and neat environment for guests.
8. Maintains a high level of sensitivity and confidentiality regarding personal or medical information that is shared.
9. Promptly addresses complaints or issues; relays relevant information or complaints directly to supervisor.
10. Ensures that the dining room is properly set up prior to and after the service period; keeps area clean and neat while meeting established sanitation standards.
11. Operates a variety of equipment, including fire extinguishers, telephones, iced tea/soda machines, soup wells and coffee machines.
12. Works with staff of other departments to perform job duties during special events and functions.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates at FLIK are offered many fantastic benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.