Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
• Flexible. This is of utmost importance, as the restaurant industry can be very unpredictable. Be willing to do what is asked of you to benefit the group, even if it isn’t exactly outlined in this job description or your expected schedule.
• Positive, personable, and open-minded. As we all work closely together, we always want to bring positive energy to the group.
• Hard-working and self-motivated. There may not always be supervision or direction available, so we expect you to maintain high standards for yourself without needing to be told.
• Punctual and responsible. We hold each other accountable to follow through on all commitments with a sense of urgency.
• Hospitality: We are known for exceptional customer service in all our pursuits, and it is your job to uphold these high standards, anticipate the guests’ needs and to find ways to go above and beyond the client's expectations and create memorable experiences.
Responsibilities: As a Server Assistant at Formento’s Restaurant you are expected to:
• Assist the server in guiding guests through their dining experience by helping to describe the cuisine, accommodating special requests during the service.
• Manage the pace and sequence of the dining experience by following the directives of the server and manager for appropriate coursing, marking, firing and clearing as established by the steps of service.
• Maintaining pristine cleanliness in table maintenance, restaurant sweep/mop, restroom maintenance, server galley, dish well, and terrace/extended patio upkeep.
• Pursue personal growth and current industry knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; etc.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following sanitation standards and procedures.
• Enhance Formento’s work environment and culture by accepting the importance of your role in the restaurant exploring opportunities to add value to your job accomplishments.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($12.96) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Teamwork
Adaptability
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Problem Solving
Initiative
Customer Focus
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Part of B. Hospitality Co.
Formento's is a B. Hospitality Co. restaurant located in the Fulton Market District within Chicago’s bustling West Loop.
Formento’s is an Italian restaurant steeped with traditional family recipes that originate in Southern Italy. Created as a nod to the co-owner’s grandmother, “Nonna Formento,” guests will experience an array of Southern-Italian dishes, with fresh and bright flavors, created by Executive Chef Donald Walker
The world-class wine menu, curated by Alex Augustine, offers guests more than 600 varietals from around world. At Formento’s, new world culinary creativity marries with generations past.
For more about the team at B. Hospitality Co., visit us online at bhospitalityco.com. We are the team behind The Bristol, Balena, Formento's, Nonna's, Swift & Sons and Cold Storage.











