Server

Apolonia Restaurant, Chef Stephen Gillanders’ second concept in the South Loop and one of Chicago's most acclaimed restaurants of 2021, is hiring a Server 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.

Job information and benefits include:

• 2-5 shifts/week-open weekdays for lunch and dinner; weekends brunch and dinner.  In-times are 30 mins-1 hour before open. Every day close at 10pm - most staff leaves at or before midnight
• You get paid weekly
• Health Insurance offered after 90 days of employment 
• Routine wine and service classes 
• Server experience preferred but not necessary - we are willing to train the right person!
• Cross-trained in/open to multiple FOH roles preferred but not necessary 

The Server'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
• 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 and bartender using a Toast POS system
• Communicate with Manager(s), Maitre’D, kitchen staff, and bartenders
• Present, open and pour 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 customers to ensure that they are enjoying their experience and meal
• Keep up with all food and beverage menu changes  

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