The Next Restaruant seeks a full time Host to join our team in Chicago.
Next constantly explores the world of cuisine, changing our prix fixe menus and dining experience completely every four months.

The ideal candidate must be able to effortlessly multi-task, possess great communication skills, and enjoys the learning aspects of food and beverage. Next constantly explores the world of cuisine, changing our prix fixe menus and dining experience completely a few times a year. Founded by chef Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas, Next has received an unprecedented twenty-one 4-star reviews from the Chicago Tribune, a James Beard Award as Best New Restaurant in America and a Michelin star for three consecutive years.

Next presents Paris 1906, an ode to our founding menu and the origin of traditional modern French cuisine. Inspired by Auguste Escoffier’s legendary cookbook, Le Guide Culinaire, our chefs blend modern techniques with good ingredients and simple preparation, the foundation of French cooking. Bon appétit.

Compensation is hourly.

Steps to Apply:

• Send in your resume for review
• Schedule phone interview with Human Resources
• Working interview (paid at min. wage)

Requirements

Responsibilities of the Role:

• Maintains expert level knowledge of all reservations, People of Note (PON), dietary restrictions, and guest requests for each service.
• Greets guests and maintains welcoming atmosphere at the entrance.
• Recognizes and welcomes regulars and PONs.
• Anticipates guest needs and respond promptly.
• Accommodates all requests for information courteously.
• Organizes and maintains secure storage of guest items.
• Returns guest items according to established policies and procedures.
• Communicates PON arrivals and special requests to management immediately.
• Responds to guest complaints with the utmost professionalism and represents the brand at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands.
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours.
• Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the restaurant to another.
• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift at least 35 pounds.
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch and climb as required.
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, bend and climb stairs for long periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, reach, push, twist, walk, crouch, and squat.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage beginning at $19.50-20/hr
• Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st of the month following full-time employment.
  • 50% company contribution to single HMO during first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years.
• Paid time off
• 401(K) with a company match 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.

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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.