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Polisher (Service Porter)
Alinea
1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Alinea hiring Polisher (Service Porter) in Chicago, IL

Alinea hiring Polisher (Service Porter) in Chicago, IL

Polisher (Service Porter)

AlineaMore Info

1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Full Time • Hourly ($20.50)
Expires: Jul 18, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details

The Alinea Group is looking for a full-time Polisher (Service Porter) to join our team! The Polisher is an important part of the team, ensuring that all equipment is cleanly, organized and maintained at a high standard for service. This is a full time position, paid hourly, and candidates must be willing to work 40+ hours, 5 days a week. 


A concept founded by Chef Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas, Alinea has been globally praised for its molecular gastronomy techniques and innovative approach to modernist cuisine, pushing boundaries in a multi-sensory dining experience. It is one of only 13 restaurants in the U.S. to earn the coveted Michelin 3-Star rating. It has also been named the Best Restaurant in the World by Elite Traveler, the Best Restaurant in North America by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, and the Best Restaurant in the U.S. by Gourmet and Business Insider. Driven by the notion of doing the unexpected, guests can be assured to leave the dining room feeling inspired.


Responsibilities


  • Stocks, cleans and maintains equipment and tableware for service including dishware, glassware, utensils and interior decor
  • Operates dish machine, cleaning tools and other equipment with precision and accuracy 
  • Works closely with other front of house staff, including Runners and Servers on any immediate needs throughout service 
  • Sets up the dining room for service

Requirements

  • 1 or more year experience of dishwashing, porter, or comparable position 
  • High attention to detail 
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team 
  • Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations 


Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours 
  • Must be able to move, pull or lift at least 35 pounds
  • Must be able to climb stairs multiple times per shift 

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly wage at $20.00 - $20.50/hour 
  • Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st month following full-time employment
    • 50% company contribution to single HMO during the first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years 
  • Paid time off 
  • 401(K) with a company match of 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 

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. 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($20.50)

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


Required Skills

Stocking and Organizing Equipment and Tableware

Time Management

Stocking, Cleaning, and Maintaining Equipment and Tableware for Service

Adaptability

Stocking and Organizing Equipment and Tableware for Service

Problem Solving

Operating Dish Machine, Cleaning Tools, and Other Equipment With Precision and Accuracy

Physical Stamina

Ability to Perform Job Functions With Minimal Supervision

Teamwork

Operating Dish Machine and Cleaning Tools

Customer Service Orientation

Initiative

Ability to Think Clearly and Maintain Concentration During High Pressure Situations

Organizational Skills

Dependability

Strong Attention to Detail

Willingness to Learn

Precision in Task Execution

Operating Dish Machine and Cleaning Tools With Precision

Ability to follow instructions

Physical Ability to Move, Pull or Lift at Least 35 Pounds

Stress Management

Working Collaboratively With Other Staff

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Work Ethic

Working Collaboratively With Other Staff Members

Attention to Cleanliness and Hygiene

Thinking Clearly, Quickly, and Maintaining Concentration During High Pressure Situations

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks

Attention to Detail

Collaboration With Diverse Teams

Physical Requirements Such as Being Able to Work on Feet for at Least 8 Hours, Lift at Least 35 Pounds, and Climb Stairs Multiple Times Per Shift

high attention to detail

Strong Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently With Minimal Supervision

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to Work Under High Pressure Situations

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Physical Ability to Work on Feet for at Least 8 Hours, Lift at Least 35 Pounds, and Climb Stairs Multiple Times Per Shift

Clear Thinking and Quick Decision Making Under Pressure

Clear Thinking and Concentration During High Pressure Situations

Physical Ability to Work on Feet for at Least 8 Hours

Physical Ability to Lift at Least 35 Pounds

Physical Ability to Climb Stairs Multiple Times per Shift

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Part of The Alinea Group

Alinea was founded in 2005 by Chef Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas.

Featuring a single, seasonally driven tasting menu of between 18 and 22 courses, the experience of dining at Alinea is not only delicious, but also fun, emotional, and provocative.

Alinea has been universally praised for its innovative approach to modernist cuisine. It has three times been named the Best Restaurant in America and is the only restaurant in Chicago, and one of only 12 in the U.S., to earn the coveted Michelin 3-Star rating. It has also won the James Beard Award for Best Service in the United States.

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