Hogsalt is looking for a dedicated and experienced Full Time Bar & Spirits Director (Salary Negotiable + Bonus Structure) to join our team!

Hogsalt is not your typical restaurant group.  Guests know us for transportive spaces and sumptuous fare, but what we are most proud of is the generosity we extend to our teams.  Our service team reimagines hospitality with energy and a sense of fun.  Our culinary team makes classic dishes so expertly that you'll remember why they became classics.  No matter which of our 20+ restaurants you visit, you'll see we're an organization that makes people — our guests and ourselves — happy.

We offer a full suite of benefits and perks, including health, dental, vision, a 401(k), commuter benefits, and dining rewards!

Experience & Qualifications: 

Our ideal candidate is kind, positive, and works well with others. They also believe in quality, consistency, and working in a clean, organized, and inclusive environment where respect and dignity are prioritized.

• Strong understanding of restaurant financial operations.

• Menu and concept development experience preferred.

• Passion for excellence, superior service standards, and a positive attitude with a team player mindset.

• Ability to work under pressure with grace and ease.

• A valid Food Handler Certification is required for this role.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• This is a service-driven role with mainly evening and nighttime hours; flexibility with scheduling is required.

• This position is Chicago-based with occasional travel to other locations.

• Lead and train all bar teams according to Hogsalt service standards, upholding rigorous attention to detail while providing world-class hospitality.

• Work with leadership and bartenders to increase speed and efficiency.

• Collaborate with Hogsalt’s beverage team and in-store leadership to drive sales and improve profitability for all bar programs.

• Improve, mentor, and evolve service culture and hospitality behind our bars.

• Assist with creating cocktail menus for boutique restaurant concepts.

• Assist with developing bar setup and design for new restaurant concepts.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

Your time is valuable!

Apply directly to this ad, or join us at our Open Call interview session, held each Tuesday from 12:00-1:00 PM at Trivoli Tavern (114 N. Green Street) for an in-person interview. 

We look forward to meeting you!