Server

Harri; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts

EAP & Wellness

Paid Vacation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Domestic Partners

401(k)

Job summary

Pizzeria Portofino in Chicago, part of Lettuce Entertain You, is hiring servers to deliver friendly, efficient service to guests in a vibrant riverfront setting.

As a server you will handle 3-6 table sections, upsell promotions, learn the menu, and work varied hours including weekends.

Our team emphasizes teamwork, great guest experiences, and adherence to safety and sanitation guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience as a server or in a high-volume restaurant preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while delivering friendly service.
• Excellent communication and guest-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, friendly guest service to a 3-6 table section, following steps of service.
• Record orders accurately, process payments, and balance receipts per policy.
• Work a variety of hours, including weekends.
• Transport food and beverages safely to tables.
• Operate POS, gift/loyalty terminals, and handle transactions securely.
• Communicate effectively to meet guest requirements and menu knowledge.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness training requirements.
• Be a cooperative team player and follow all employment policies.

Job description

We’re hiring people to join our team as SERVERS!

A Few of Our Server Benefits:

• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

Pizzeria Portofino is located directly on the Chicago riverfront. The restaurant is a sun-drenched casual pizzeria that instantly transports you to the Riviera, offering expansive all-weather patio seating on its 130-foot outdoor terrace. Expect hand-stretched pizzas, vegetable antipasti, and artisan pastas coupled with a robust spritz program and approachable coastal wines.

Caring. Creative. Careers. Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team. EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

SERVER JOB DESCRIPTION

Servers are responsible for exceeding guests' expectations by providing efficient, friendly guest service. Teamwork, enthusiasm, food and wine knowledge, the ability to multitask and a high energy level are necessary for success in this position.

Essential Functions

• Provide efficient, friendly guest service to a 3-6 table section including but not limited to following all steps of service and bussing the table to ensure a positive guest experience
• Accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• 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
• Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
• Use sales techniques to present and encourage current promotions
• Follow all steps of service
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the POS system and Frequent Diner, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals
• 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