Server

Lazy Dog Restaurants; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted benefits

Emergency financial plan

Theme park discounts

Pet insurance

Identity theft insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lazy Dog Restaurants in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Server to provide friendly, attentive service at our location. The role offers $9.00 per hour plus tips, with opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should be enthusiastic, team-oriented, and able to maintain excellent guest relations while following beverage and liquor laws. High school preferred; California ServSafe/Resp Beverage Certs are noted as desirable certifications.

Qualifications

• Certification in beverage service is required.
• Ability to interact with guests while they dine.
• Knowledge of menu and beverages.
• Must follow state and federal liquor laws, ID checks and responsible service procedures.
• Clear communication and guest-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, friendly service to guests.
• Demonstrate knowledge of menu and beverages.
• Ensure compliance with liquor laws and ID policies.
• Assist guests and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Guest interaction

Multi-tasking

Communication

Customer service

Education

High School (preferred)

Tools

CA Resp Beverage Cert

ServSafe Card

Job description

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Vernon Hills, 1115 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Certified Great Place to Work 8 Years in a row!

Server: At this location, earn $9.00 / hour plus Tips!

We are looking for Enthusiastic, Motivated, Team-Oriented individuals that want to join a company that has a Culture of Caring! We love helping people build relationships, discover new food and drink, and grow personally and professionally. We offer further career advancement opportunities with a flexible schedule and a fun fast-paced environment.

What we offer:

• Discounted supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan
• Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• A family that supports YOUR personal and professional growth

While Serving You're Good At ...

• Responsible Beverage Service Certification required
• You think it's super fun to interact with guests while they dine.
• You demonstrate basic recipe knowledge of our food and beverage.
• You understand the proper state and federal liquor laws; validating ID process; alcohol awareness procedures for preventing guest intoxication.
• You communicate clearly. You write well. You speak well. You can explain just about anything to anyone
• You love to assist guests and possess great guest relations skills.
• You are guest-focused and like to multi-task.
• You want to be part of a team and create a fun - whistle while you work.
• You are happy, trusting, passionate, and determined - Never Settle!
• You can put yourself in the others person's shoes.

Education

• High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• CA Resp Beverage Cert (California)
• ServSafe Card (California, Florida)

Join Lazy Dog and be part of a culture of caring, great benefits, and continuous growth.

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Vernon Hills, 1115 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States of America