Apolonia Restaurant, Chef Stephen Gillanders’ second restaurant located in the South Loop, recendly awarded with Micheliun Bib and one of Chicago's most anticipated restaurant openings of 2021, is hiring a Bartender to join its FOH team!

The 120-seater is at 2201 S. Michigan Avenue, near McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena. It’s on the ground floor of a tri-branded Hilton Hotel that opened in 2018.

The Bartender’s priorities and responsibilities are to exceed our guest's expectations by providing them with the highest level of professional, consistent, and courteous service. Primary duties include:

• Uphold the Apolonia Restaurant values and mission while performing responsibilities
• Greet guests with a genuine, welcoming demeanor
• Inform guests of specials, menu changes, answer questions regarding food, beverages and allergies
• Take food and beverage orders from guests and relay to kitchen staff using a POS system
• Applying culinary techniques while preparing garnishes, syrups, infusions, etc
• Prepare cocktails, and pour wine and beer in a timely manner
• Stock the bar as needed
• Effectively open and close the bar per Apolonia’s procedures and standards
• Communicate with managers, maitre d', kitchen staff, and service staff
• Present, open and pours wine and beer when serving guests
• Assist support team with stocking work stations, removing and resetting used dishes/silverware
• Provide exemplary service to guests at all times
• Treat every guest, employee, and vendor with respect
• Report to work timely, presentable, and in proper uniform
• Promote teamwork within the restaurant, creating a positive work environment
• Properly execute all necessary steps of service
• Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant at all times
• Perform other job related activities as required or assigned by the manager
• Maintain accurate financial records of the shift, including all discounts and comps
• Respond positively to guest's requests with a sense of urgency
• Execute daily side work with enthusiasm and motivation
• Check with guests to ensure that they are enjoying their experience and meal

To be considered, please send us your resume with a brief cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!