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The Dawson
730 West Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States
The Dawson hiring Server in Chicago, IL

The Dawson hiring Server in Chicago, IL

The DawsonMore Info

Full Time • Hourly ($11.02) plus tips
Expires: Jun 4, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
 
Established by Billy Lawless in 2007, Gage Hospitality Group was founded with the mission of providing a rustic, yet refined dining experience served with genuine hospitality. Each restaurant offers an individual personality with a chef-driven menu, curated beverage program and superior guest service. Since inception, the venues, chefs and food and beverage menus have continually received critical acclaim and recognition for their commitment to creativity, quality and service. 

Gage Hospitality Group is currently seeking a fun and passionate Server to join The Dawson which is the gathering place in River West. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the restaurant's high productivity, quality, and customer service standards are maintained.

What Makes Us Great:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Health Benefits after 30 days (Medical, Dental 100% paid & Vision 100% paid)
  • 401(k) Program after 90 days (Company Match)
  • Paid Leave
  • Paid Sick and Safe Leave
  • Dining Discounts at all GHG Restaurants
  • CTA Discount Program
  • Career Advancement Opportunities 

Server Responsibilities:

  • Report directly to the Front of House Manager
  • Attend pre-shift to review menu and daily specials
  • Provide a pleasant dining experience to customers
  • Ring all food and beverage items with 100% accuracy to ensure proper flow of service 
  • Properly handle all guest payments with 100% accuracy 
  • Correctly audit and balance cash/credit card recipets as part of daily checkout procedures 
  • Responsible for completing all opening and closing procedures in a timely manner
  • Adheres to proper food/alcohol handling, sanitation and safety procedures
  • Communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with all employees, manages and guests

What Makes You Great:

  • You are a customer-service oriented individual with a passion for hospitality 
  • You have open availability 
  • You maintain a positive, pleasant attitude every shift 
  • You thrive in a fast-paced and convivial environment 
  • You are a team player who is able to perform other duties assigned as needed

Required Education, Experience and Documentation:

  • At least 2 year of experience in a fast-pace, busy, high volume restaurant 
  • Ability to fluently speak, write and read in the English language 


Gage Hospitality Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Gage Hospitality Group will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($11.02) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Strong Communication Skills

Adaptability

Problem Solving Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Customer Relationship Management

Conflict Resolution

Multitasking

Work Ethic

Collaboration

Empathy

Cultural Awareness

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American, Farm To Table

Casual Dining

Part of Gage Hospitality Group

The Dawson is River West's gathering spot for globally-inspired fare and acclaimed cocktails. The Dawson is an expansive indoor/outdoor, multilevel space providing a multitude of dining experiences including one of the city's best patios.