Description

FIRE is looking for a part-time Server Assistant to join our team! The Server Assistant is an important part of our team, assisting Front of House staff to ensure a smooth running service. This is a part-time position, paid hourly, and candidates must be available to work on Friday and Saturday.

FIRE: A bold tasting menu experience pushing fire and its transformative power in cooking. In creating this concept, Chef Achatz magnifies open fire cooking techniques including ember cooking, ash-salt crusting, Patagonia-style asado crosses, and bringing back the iron presses. He explored all temperatures from top to bottom.

Responsibilities

• Sets up dining room before service, including seating and bar areas, side stations, and patio
• Maintains complete knowledge of all menus, including ingredients and techniques used
• Runs all food and drinks to the dining room
• Maintains complete knowledge of table and seat numbers
• Greets and acknowledges all guests, providing a positive dining experience
• Anticipates guest needs and responds promptly
• Communicates guest special requests to appropriate personnel for follow up
• Completes closing duties as assigned

Requirements

• 1 or more years of experience as a busser, food runner, server assistant, or related position
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment
• High attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to carry a tray with food and/or drinks
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours
• Must be able to move, pull, or lift at least 35 pounds
• Must be able to climb stairs multiple times per shift

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage at $19.00 - $19.50/hour
• Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st month following full-time employment
  • 50% company contribution to single HMO during the first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years
• Paid time off
• 401(K) with a company match of up to 4% of deferred earnings
• CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment
• Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant
• Referral Bonus Program available

The Alinea Group 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. We use E-Verify.