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Vela Chicago hiring Server in Chicago, IL

Server

Vela ChicagoMore Info

Chicago, IL
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($12.62) plus tips
Expires: Nov 15, 2026

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Schedule
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Shifts: Night
employees who work 30+ per week are eligible to enroll in our benefits program.

Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details
Vela is looking for passionate and dedicated Server/Bartender to join our FOH Team! 

The restaurant is open Tuesday - Saturday for Dinner service

The ideal candidate will be focused on providing exceptional hospitality and creating a memorable guest experience. He or she will possess a commanding knowledge of our food menu as well as our beverage program. 

The Server/Bartender will be well-organized, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and should demonstrate effective communication skills to achieve excellent customer service at all times.

Required Skills/Qualifications

  • availability for 3 - 5 shifts..
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, high volume environment, and maintains a calm demeanor while quickly and effectively solving problems. 
  • Must be hospitable, approachable, and passionate about guest service and respectful towards colleagues and guests. 
  • Must be able to demonstrate competency as outlined in the training schedule. 
  • Must be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays as needed. 
  • Ability to take direction, work in a team environment autonomously. 
  • Ability to train on our Beverage Program and the opportunity to lead the program based on performance with an additional weekly stipend and higher hourly rate for server/bartender who can demonstrate successful knowledge and ability handling our steps of service and beverage program.

About Celeste Group

Celeste Group is a Chicago hospitality company co-founded by Nader, Fadi and Rafid Hindo. With a mission to pioneer tomorrow's hospitality and cultivate future leaders, the group is dedicated to creating and operating unique concepts that offer immersive experiences. Guided by core values of elevated experience, quality, innovation and collaboration, Celeste Group aims to inspire imagination and mentor future leaders in hospitality. Our concepts are: Celeste, Disco, Beatnik on the River, Goodfunk, Hiro Izakaya, and Vela.



Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($12.62) plus tips

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


Required Skills

Exceptional Hospitality

Ability to Multitask

Knowledge of Food Menu

Strong Problem Solving Skills

Commanding Knowledge of Food Menu

Adaptability to Changing Environments

Knowledge of Beverage Program

Time Management Skills

Well organized

Attention to Detail

Fast Paced Environment

Positive Attitude

Effective Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Minimum Availability for 3 5 Shifts

Conflict Resolution skills

Customer Service

Customer Focused Mindset

Thrive in a Fast Paced Environment

Ability to Handle Stress

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Maintain Calm Demeanor

Leadership Potential

Hospitable

Problem Solving Skills

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Approachable

Ability to Follow Instructions

Hospitable and Approachable

Passionate About Guest Service

Respectful Towards Colleagues and Guests

Flexibility in Shifts and Schedules

Ability to Work in a Team Environment Autonomously

Ability to Work in a Team Autonomously

ability to take direction

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Mexican

Upscale Casual, Bar / Lounge, Fine Dining

Part of The Celeste Group

At Chicago’s Vela, the diverse flavors and energy of Mexico are showcased through the lens of its capital city. Taking its name from the Spanish word for candle, Vela bridges the past and the present, where the flames of tradition dance with the contemporary. Its name captures the essence of The Celeste Group’s commitment for Vela to be a place where the warmth of Mexican culture and the vibrant tastes, styles and sounds of Mexico City converge to create an unforgettable experience.