american girl restaurant server (seasonal)

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american girl restaurant host (seasonal) Jobs in Chicago

american girl restaurant host (seasonal)

american girl restaurant server (seasonal) Jobs in Chicago

assistant manager seasonal summer 2026 at south shore social beach club Jobs in Chicago

food service ambassador

line cook - food service cook, part-time, rotating Jobs in Chicago

american girl restaurant host seasonal

Mattel, Inc.

<div>CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It&rsquo;s our heritage and it&rsquo;s also our future. Because we don&rsquo;t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard&mdash;when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.
The Team: The American Girl Retail team is integral in providing lifetime memories to American Girl fans and their families. Our experiential retail stores provide shopping destinations like no other. This requires Innovation, Collaboration, and Execution from all who are a part of this division. Our in-store experiences range depending on location from Girl and Doll Salons, Full-Service Restaurants, Personal Shopping, Ear Piercing (Girl and Doll), hosting Parties/Celebrations to name a few. Expect a dynamic and fast-paced role where you get to make decisions that impact the team as well as our customers. 
The Opportunity: The Host is located at the AG Retail Flagship Chicago location and reports directly to the Assistant Caf&eacute; Manager. This position is responsible for greeting and seating restaurant guests, managing reservations and working with the restaurant team. If you thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and can handle challenging service situations with sound judgment and a positive, professional demeanor, we want to hear from you.
What Your Impact Will Be: 
<ul><li>
Greets guests promptly and provides timely seating of guests by maintaining accurate waitlists, while maximizing seating capacity.</li><li>
Manages large crowds in a professional manner and is able to resolve challenging service situations diplomatically.</li><li>
Creates and maintains a pleasant ambiance in the dining room and party rooms through lighting, music, and table placement.</li><li>
Communicates accurate dining room and party room setup, along with special requests and birthday information, to the restaurant team.</li><li>
Shares information on the store and restaurant events with guests.</li><li>
Utilizes Zomato reservation and InfoGenesis register systems, along with Microsoft Office, to perform job functions.</li><li>
Initiates training opportunities with restaurant staff.</li><li>
Assists restaurant staff as needed in providing an outstanding dining experience.</li></ul> 
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:<ul><li>
Experience as a restaurant host, hotel concierge, or related customer service position, preferred.</li><li>
Computer skills including restaurant reservation and POS systems, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, and use of basic office equipment (copiers/fax), preferred.</li><li>
Experience working with children, preferred.</li><li>
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul>
*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate&rsquo;s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.* 
Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your past experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! 
 
How We Work: 
American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:<ul><li>
We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.</li><li>
We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.</li><li>
We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.</li></ul>
Who We Are: 
American Girl is a premium brand for girls and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT, www.mattel.com), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas &amp; Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world&rsquo;s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattel&rsquo;s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers. 
 
Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
Videos to watch: 
The Culture at Mattel 
Corporate Philanthropy</div>

American Girl Restaurant Host (Seasonal)

<div>CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It&rsquo;s our heritage and it&rsquo;s also our future. Because we don&rsquo;t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard&mdash;when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.
The Team: The American Girl Retail team is integral in providing lifetime memories to American Girl fans and their families. Our experiential retail stores provide shopping destinations like no other. This requires Innovation, Collaboration, and Execution from all who are a part of this division. Our in-store experiences range depending on location from Girl and Doll Salons, Full-Service Restaurants, Personal Shopping, Ear Piercing (Girl and Doll), hosting Parties/Celebrations to name a few. Expect a dynamic and fast-paced role where you get to make decisions that impact the team as well as our customers. 
The Opportunity: The Food Expeditor is located at the AG Retail Flagship Chicago location and reports directly to the Assistant Caf&eacute; Manager. This position is responsible for approaching and engaging all customers in a professional and courteous manner and actively supporting our mission of &quot;Celebrating Girls&quot;.
What Your Impact Will Be: 
<ul><li>
Treat all guests equally and respectfully. Service all guests with proper etiquette and according to AG standards, including but not limited to: delivering food and beverages, suggestively upselling, tables are checked and maintained throughout the seating by filling drinks, clearing, and resetting tables.</li><li>
Initiate conversations with customers and provide them with personalized attention. Display positive, friendly demeanor and passion for working in a child friendly environment.</li><li>
Use sound judgment with challenging service situations, react quickly and professionally, and involve a supervisor when needed.</li><li>
Manage special requests and birthday information accurately and timely. Assisting with parties and storewide special events, stocking supplies, and other projects as requested by a supervisor.</li><li>
Follow food safety guidelines, including but not limited to: proper food labeling and storage, FIFO, foods stored at proper temperature, and avoiding cross-contamination.</li><li>
Have knowledge and understanding of local and state health sanitation laws.</li><li>
Company guidelines on safety and sanitation are followed for personal hygiene.</li></ul> 
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:<ul><li>
SERV Safe certification, preferred.</li><li>
1 to 2 years of experience, preferred.</li><li>
Experience working with children, preferred.</li><li>
Impeccable customer service skills.</li><li>
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul>
*The pay range is indicative of projected hiring range, however base pay will be determined based on a candidate&rsquo;s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.* 
Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your past experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattel's Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company, our employees, and our culture. Also, interested in signing up for job alerts? Do so here! 
 
How We Work: 
American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:<ul><li>
We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.</li><li>
We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.</li><li>
We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.</li></ul>
Who We Are: 
American Girl is a premium brand for girls and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT, www.mattel.com), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas &amp; Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world&rsquo;s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattel&rsquo;s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers. 
 
Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
Videos to watch: 
The Culture at Mattel 
Corporate Philanthropy</div>

American Girl Restaurant Server (Seasonal)

Chicago Oyster House

Chicago Oyster House is seeking responsible and hard working individual for Part Time Host position. Must be able to work at least 4-5 evenings a week, 4pm-closing. Must have open availability and be able to work days and weekends.1 year of host experience at a full service restaurant required. Must have experience on: POS systems and carry out.Know our menu after a few days of training.Accurately take orders, enter into the system and pack orders properly. Greet and seat customers to servers according to flow. Book Reservations on open table. Assist team as required.Compensation: $16.50/hour plus tips. (Average $18-$20/hr)Job Type: Part-timePay: From $16.65 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Employee discount</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Part-time Host Position

South Shore Social Beach Club

<div>South Shore Social Beach Club is looking for seasonal Assistant Manager to join our team. Located at the South Shore Cultural Center Beach House, 7059 S. South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60649. 
South Shore Social Beach Club is open Memorial Day to Labor Day, 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Our ideal candidate characteristics include attention to details, punctual, and a multi-tasker. 
Responsibilities<ul>
<li>
Train, coach, and develop employees and team leaders</li>
<li>Delegate tasks to team and provide follow-up</li>
<li>Hold team accountable for their performance; provide coaching and counseling as needed</li>
<li>Ensure team provides fast, friendly, and accurate service</li>
<li>Ensure product quality, restaurant cleanliness, maintenance and security standards are met</li>
<li>Staff and schedule appropriately to control labor costs</li>
<li>Ensure proper cash handling</li>
<li>Ensure appropriate inventory and ordering systems are in place in partnership with Management Team</li></ul> 
Qualifications<ul>
<li>
Excellent communication skills to connect effectively with customers and co-workers</li>
<li>Possess a positive attitude and ethics which support our values and culture</li>
<li>Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-volume, clean, customer-focused restaurant</li>
<li>Strong time-management skills; ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize</li>
<li>Serv Safe Certified</li>
<li>BASSET Certification</li>
</ul>
We are looking forward to receiving your application. Thank you.</div>

Assistant Manager Seasonal Summer 2026 at South Shore Social Beach Club

The Alinea Group

<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Description</h4>
The Aviary is looking for a full-time Host to join our team! The Host is an important part of the team, ensuring each guest has a positive and welcome first impression to their dining experience. This is a position can be part-time or full-time, working between 3-5 days per week.
The Aviary reinvents the cocktail lounge, crafting modernist cocktails that are visually striking, flavorfully complex, and ready to be paired with a delicious pre-fixe or a-la-carte dining experience by The Alinea Group. Venture beneath The Aviary and you will find yourself in The Office, a vintage-inspired speakeasy that holds a rare collection of spirits to be enjoyed in your favorite cocktail or on the rocks. The Aviary was named Outstanding Bar Program in the U.S. by the James Beard Foundation in 2013. It won the coveted Spirited Award for the World&rsquo;s Best Cocktail Menu in 2014 and has three times been featured on Drinks International&rsquo;s The World&rsquo;s 50 Best Bar list.<h4 class="jobSectionHeader">
Responsibilities</h4><ul><li>
Maintains expert level knowledge of all reservations, People of Note (PON), dietary restrictions, and guest requests for each service</li><li>
Greets guests and maintains welcoming atmosphere at the entrance</li><li>
Recognizes and welcomes regulars and PONs</li><li>
Anticipates guest needs and respond promptly</li><li>
Accommodates all requests for information courteously</li><li>
Organizes and maintains secure storage of guest items</li><li>
Returns guest items according to established policies and procedures</li><li>
Communicates PON arrivals and special requests to management</li><li>
Responds to guest concerns with professionalism</li><li>
Organizes a daily seating plan</li><li>
Helps with the organization of private events, including printing menus, table plan, runshow</li><li>
Other duties as assigned by management</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Requirements</h4><ul><li>
Unprecedented work ethic</li><li>
1 or more years experience as a host or related experience</li><li>
Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment</li><li>
High attention to detail</li><li>
Strong communication skills</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team</li><li>
Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations</li><li>
Experience with Tock a plus</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Physical Requirements</h4><ul><li>
Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours</li><li>
Must be able to move, pull or lift at least 35 pounds</li><li>
Must be able to climb stairs multiple times per shift</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Benefits</h4><ul><li>
Competitive hourly wage at $21.00 - $21.50/hour</li><li>
Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st month following full-time employment<ul><li>
50% company contribution to single HMO during the first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years</li></ul></li><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
401(K) with a company match of up to 4% of deferred earnings</li><li>
CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment</li><li>
Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant</li><li>
Referral Bonus Program available</li></ul> 
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.</div>

Host

Punch Bowl Social

<div>Security Ambassadors &ndash; We want you at Punch Bowl Social!
Join the Punch Bowl Social crew today and be the envy of all your friends. Competitive wages<ul><li>
Hourly Rate $19.00 - $22.00 based on experience</li><li>
Flexible working hours</li><li>
Opportunity for growth and development</li><li>
Team member discounts on food, beverage and activities!</li></ul>
Our security ambassadors are the key to making sure our guests are enjoying themselves in a safe environment. The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:<ul><li>
You value guest experiences and take pride in everything you do</li><li>
You've got attitude (the right kind, of course)</li><li>
Communication is key - you should be comfortable talking with strangers</li><li>
You understand that work is easier - and more fun - with teamwork</li><li>
Experience working in a high-volume restaurant/bar is ideal</li></ul>
What you'll be doing:<ul><li>
Keeping our community and guests safe by ensuring guests aren&rsquo;t over their limits</li><li>
Enthusiastically greeting guests, answering questions and making suggestions regarding food, drinks and service</li><li>
Responsible for various security functions related to alcohol service or refusal to serve</li><li>
Providing continual communication with the door host, bartenders and management team to ensure safety throughout the building</li><li>
Supporting all Team Members with table and service station cleanliness as needed</li><li>
Actively participating in assigned opening, continuous and closing side work</li></ul>
*** Must be 21 years old and over ***
Follow us @punchbowlsocial or check us out at punchbowlsocial.com
We focus on an inclusive culture and celebrate everyone for who they are. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, physical or mental disability, arrest record, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.</div>

Guest Ambassador

Burger Bar

<div>Good Eats Group is owned and operated by John McLean and Martin Murch. The brands showcase the collaborative, global Epicurious inspired partnership between the owners throughout their various restaurant concepts. Staying true to their culinary roots, Mac &amp; Martin&rsquo;s vision offers show stopping cuisine in a casual, hip, and welcoming environment. Our culture is dedicated to embracing every team member and guest in creating memories of life through curating guest experiential journeys while they visit. This all-inclusive approach of individual spirited managers our at the core of the group and we are poised to align with a strategic partner who sees and appreciates the vision for our next chapter.

BURGER BAR Chicago The staple of the Good Eats Group brands. As the name suggests, Burger Bar Chicago features craft USDA Prime &frac12;# burgers and craft beer with several fun, contemporary menu items to fill in the gaps. Burger Bar Chicago is the first Prime Burger, Burger restaurant in America. Let us get started by sipping on our exclusive &ldquo;1837 Red Ale&rdquo;. The food is fresh, interesting, and delicious. These are hand-crafted unique burgers using fresh, wholesome, politically correct proteins such as chicken, turkey, pork, shrimp, tuna and American hormone and antibiotic-free USDA prime ground beef. Snacks and sides are a significant part of the menu with choices such as fresh-cut Truffle Fries, Sweet Potato Tots, Bacon Lollipops, grilled Sassy Wings, our famous Fried Pickles and three varieties of incredible Mac and Cheese. Large chopped salads and hand-spun shakes round out the food experience at Burger Bar. Cool, edgy, fun, and inviting, Burger Bar Chicago serve simple but unique familiar foods with an urban twist that anyone can sink their teeth into. Do not forget our exclusive, Good Eats Group &ldquo;1837 Red Ale&rdquo; that received 4.3 rating in the Beer Advocate.

Join the group that focuses on Guest Experiential Journeys to Create Memories of Life. Good Eats Group is lighting up the South Loop. Below our a listing of some of our Awards &amp; Accolades:

Good Eats Group &ldquo;Best New Business Near South Planning Board City of Chicago&rdquo; Time Out Finalist for all locations Foodservice Industry News Showcase Rewards Network &ndash; Best Partner Feature Trust20 &ndash; Partner Showcase The 22 Best Reservations for Chicago &ndash; Michigan Avenue Magazine

Burger Bar Chicago &ldquo;Best New Burger Restaurant Chicago&rdquo; - &ldquo;Top Burger&rdquo; &ndash; Chicago Burger Review &ldquo;Best Burger Restaurant Chicago&rdquo; &ndash; Chicago Best &ldquo;Best Fried Pickles Chicago&rdquo; &ndash; Red Eye &ldquo;Steakhouse Stacker&rdquo; &ndash; Reader &ldquo;Best Vegetable Burger Chicago&rdquo; &ndash; Vegetarian Society of Chicago and Illumine Magazine 2015 &ldquo;Best and Most Outrageous Burger Restaurant Illinois&rdquo; &ndash; Yahoo Travel Top 38 in the Globe &ndash; Burger Business &ldquo;Best Mac &amp; Cheese&rdquo; &ndash; Chicago Tribune &ldquo;Hot &amp; Smokey mixes my two favorite things and does it well&rdquo; &ndash; The Chicago Burger Review &ldquo;10 Best Thanksgiving Burgers in the Country&rdquo; &ndash; Burger Business Time Out LOVE - Award Winner TRAVEL CHANNEL &ndash; FOOD PARADISE TASTY TAVERNS July 2020 Top 15 Best Burgers Chicago &ndash; Four Square 2021 The 22 Best Reservations for Chicago &ndash; Michigan Avenue Magazine 2021
As an assistant to the server, you are responsible for preparing service stations, assisting in the service to members and their guests, clearing and resetting tables, removing all trays from the dining rooms, and cleaning and closing service stations.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Job Duties</h3>
<ul><li>Welcoming patrons, escorting them to their tables, and providing them with menus.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Serving complimentary snacks to patrons once they are seated.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Wrapping utensils in napkins accordingly.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Clearing dirty plates, utensils, and glassware from tables as required.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Carrying dirty tableware to the kitchen area.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Preparing tables for arriving patrons by wiping up spills, clearing away crumbs, replacing soiled linen, and setting up tableware, napkins, and condiments.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Delivering food to tables when Servers are busy.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Responding to patrons' requests and informing management of any complaints.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Arranging tables and chairs to accommodate larger groups of patrons.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensuring that the server station is adequately stocked with necessary restaurant supplies.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Skills and Qualifications</h3>
<ul><li>Proven restaurant serving or waitering experience</li></ul>
<ul><li>Hands-on experience in cashier duties</li></ul>
<ul><li>Attention to cleanliness and safety</li></ul>
<ul><li>Patience and customer-oriented approach</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent people skills with a friendly attitude</li></ul>
<ul><li>Responsible and trustworthy</li></ul>
<ul><li>High school diploma is a plus but not required</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Working at Burger Bar</h3>
<ul><li>Health insurance</li></ul></div>

Server Assistant Extraordinaire

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