assistant coach (assistant store mananger)

bartender

dishwasher/busser

giordano's host

host

host/hostess

restaurant host

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

Doughboy Restaurant Group

<div>Rich Labriola, the visionary behind Doughboy Restaurant Group, including Labriola Chicago, Labriola Oak Brook, and Stan's Donuts, is embarking on an exciting journey of expansion and refinement in the hospitality industry. With new concepts on the horizon and a commitment to setting new standards for excellence, we are seeking talented individuals to join us in shaping the future of hospitality.
As a restaurant host, you play a crucial role in ensuring a positive experience for guests from the moment they arrive until they leave. Here's an overview of the responsibilities and requirements typically associated with the role:
Position Overview 
The Ma&icirc;tre d' / Lead Host is responsible for managing reservations, coordinating seating flow, and ensuring every guest receives a warm, professional welcome. This leadership role sets the tone for service and supports the host team to maintain efficiency and hospitality standards.
Responsibilities:
Greeting Guests: Welcome guests as they arrive at the restaurant with a warm and friendly demeanor.
Seating Arrangements: Manage the seating chart efficiently, ensuring that guests are seated promptly and appropriately based on their preferences and party size.
Reservation Management: Keep track of reservations and ensure that reserved tables are ready when guests arrive.
Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by addressing guests' inquiries, concerns, and special requests courteously and professionally.
Maintaining Waitlists: Manage waitlists during peak hours, accurately estimating wait times and keeping guests informed about their status.
Communication: Liaise with servers, kitchen staff, and management to coordinate table turnovers and ensure smooth operations.
Cleanliness and Organization: Maintain cleanliness and organization in the host/hostess station and waiting area, including keeping menus and promotional materials tidy.
Assisting with Special Events: Assist in coordinating special events or private dining arrangements as needed.
Handling Payments: Occasionally handle payments for guests who are settling bills at the host/hostess station.
Requirements:
Excellent Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication skills are essential for effectively interacting with guests and colleagues.
Customer-Oriented Attitude: A customer-centric approach and a genuine desire to provide exceptional service are vital.
Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as restaurant hours may vary.
Previous Experience: While not always required, previous experience in a customer service or hospitality role is often preferred.
Familiarity with Reservation Systems: Basic knowledge of reservation management systems or the ability to quickly learn and adapt to them.
Food Safety Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety practices and procedures is beneficial, particularly if assisting with handling payments or interacting with food items.
Benefits<ul><li>
Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits available</li><li>
75% employer contribution to a single BCBS HMO or PPO medical plan</li><li>
401k with dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% with immediate vesting</li><li>
Paid time off</li></ul>
Experience in a restaurant setting is preferred, but we will train great people!</div>

The Maître d' / Lead Host

City Winery

<div><div>A rare opportunity to join the City Winery team as we reimagine the future of live music and hospitality. City Winery to deliver the highest end combined culinary and cultural experience to our customers who are passionate in sharing wine, music, and culinary arts. We are a unique facility, combining a fully functioning winery with intimate concerts, food &amp; wine classes, private events in a variety of configurations, and fine dining. We have created a compelling mix for our sophisticated clientele of foodies, and active cultural patrons&mdash;bringing the wine country experience to the middle of a large city. 
 
Position Summary
 
Restaurant Hosts are responsible for delivering consistently exceptional guest experiences to guests of City Winery. The Host serves as the first and last point of contact throughout the guest experience and is responsible for greeting guests while entering and departing the location, handling inquiries and reservations, and supporting in other areas of the operation as needed.<div>
</div>Overview of Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide positive guest experience including greeting, conversing with, and thanking departing guests</li><li>Escort guests to seats and set them up for a pleasurable dining experience based on appropriate floor plan</li><li>Accommodate guest requests while seeking management approval when appropriate</li><li>Manage all call-ins and walk-in inquiries, directing to appropriate departmental contacts or taking</li></ul>
messages and communicating to such departments as necessary<ul><li>Ensure all dining areas are tidy, presentable, and in safe condition and set up/rearrange/breakdown dining room for service accordingly</li><li>Manage miscellaneous day-to-day communications, including but not limited to, voicemails, emails, deliveries, and reservation calls and communicate any important reservations/guest inquiries</li><li>Maintain all reservations/seating through designated system</li><li>Provide guests with accurate wait time estimates during busy periods</li><li>Perform necessary opening/closing tasks</li><li>Rotate seating between different stations to ensure even workloads for waitstaff</li><li>Maintain a knowledge of City Winery brand, history, culture, and programming, both in venue and restaurant</li><li>Maintain menu knowledge, including ingredients, preparation methods, and allergen</li></ul>
information and communicate this information tableside to guests<ul><li>Maintain organized, clean, and safe work areas always</li><li>Attend training, tastings, meetings, as needed</li><li>Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready to work at scheduled shift time, in uniform, with neat and presentable appearance.</li><li>Perform all other reasonably assigned duties</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>1+ years&rsquo; experience as a Host in a fast-paced, high-volume service environment and/or equivalent relevant experience</li><li>Strong work ethic, team player, and exceptional guest service skills</li><li>Ability to consistently deliver high-quality guest experiences, exceed guest expectations, and strive to create a memorable experience at every City Winery visit</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationships with people in the scope of employment</li><li>Aptitude to resolve problems</li><li>Ability to execute professional guest service experience</li><li>Ability to handle all guests with composure and hospitality</li><li>Polished presentation</li><li>Ability to work both independently and in a team environment</li><li>Must be fluently literate in English including ability to read, write, communicate, conduct basic business-related mathematics, and able to accurately function a POS</li><li>Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays</li><li>Ability to perform physical requirements of the role including standing/walking for the entirety of shift, bending, pulling, pushing, using stairs, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.</li></ul><div>
</div>About Us
Wine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award winning, locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that we're a haven for community and creativity, a place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a way of life. City Winery, founded by music industry veteran &amp; visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of topnotch events &amp; experiences.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Additionally, City Winery participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law.</div>
INDFOH</div>

Host

Bakers Square

<div><div>Role Description:

We are looking for passionate Hosts who create a positive impression to every guest that walks in our restaurants!

Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>You love a job where you can interact with people and make their day</li>
<li>Teamwork is important to you. You are enthusiastic and upbeat</li>
<li>A great host can work quickly, multi-task and communicate well with others</li>
<li>You will be a great addition to an amazing work environment because you love to work on your feet and you realize that small things make all the difference</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Ability to amaze guests with your exceptional hospitality skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated Time Management excellence</li>
</ul>
Receive pay that grows along with countless career growth opportunities. Come join our team! 
</div> 
Compensation: 16.20</div>

Host/Hostess

Highgate

<div>Viceroy Hotels:
<div>
Viceroy Hotels &amp; Resorts offers a fresh take on hospitality, centered on the richness of experiences and cultural connection. A leader in modern luxury, Viceroy is committed to creating unique, immersive experiences that allow guests to craft unforgettable narratives rooted in the authenticity of each destination. Viceroy&rsquo;s portfolio of hotels and resorts can be found in a diverse array of breathtaking and inspiring locations including Los Cabos, Santa Monica, Chicago, Riviera Maya, Kopaonik, Snowmass, Washington D.C., St. Lucia, and Portugal&rsquo;s Algarve, with a forthcoming resort in Sun Valley, Idaho slated to open in summer 2026.</div>
Location:
<div></div><div>
Viceroy Chicago, IL</div>
Overview:

The Host person is responsible for ensuring the prompt recognition and seating of all guests in outlets as assigned and assists the servers in providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to guests throughout their dining experience. He/she is also responsible for assisting the cashier in the collection of payment for all guest transactions.
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Greet and seat guests at appropriate tables in a timely manner.</li><li>
Be attentive of guests&rsquo; needs assist in providing a pleasant dining experience.</li><li>
Assist cashier in collection of money or credit cards from guests and servers as needed.</li><li>
Know how to prepare cashier report at the end of the shift.</li><li>
Pay out servers&rsquo; and service attendants&rsquo; tips if appropriate.</li><li>
Know how to properly take reservations for outlets.</li><li>
Ensure quality control of menus with regard to cleanliness and appearance.</li><li>
Perform opening and closing duties according to established sidework checklist.</li><li>
Have a complete knowledge of standards of service for receiving a room service order.</li><li>
Have a thorough knowledge of menus and current specials in all applicable departments.</li><li>
Assist servers and cashiers in the servicing of guests as needed.</li><li>
Know and understand the state liquor laws.</li><li>
Ensure overall guest satisfaction.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School diploma and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.</li><li>
Flexible and long hours sometimes required.</li><li>
Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.</li><li>
Ability to stand during entire shift.</li><li>
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.</li><li>
Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.</li><li>
Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.</li><li>
Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.</li><li>
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.</li><li>
Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.</li><li>
Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.</li><li>
Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.</li><li>
Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.</li><li>
Perform other duties as requested by management.</li><li>
Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.</li></ul></div>

Seasonal Host/Hostess

VPC Pizza Operating Corp

<div><div>NOW HIRING HOSTS!
Based in Chicago, Giordano&rsquo;s Famous Stuffed Pizza has been serving its world-famous pizza since 1974, when founders and brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio introduced their mother&rsquo;s stuffed pizza recipe to Chicago.
Becoming one of the originators of what is now internationally known as Chicago-style Stuffed Deep Dish pizza, Giordano&rsquo;s has locations throughout Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Giordano's is also available for shipping anywhere in the continental United States.
Apply TODAY to join our Team!
Check out Giordano's:
Website - www.giordanos.com
Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/giordanospizza/
Instagram Page- https://www.instagram.com/giordanospizza/
We offer:<ul><li>Paid Training</li><li>Competitive pay</li><li>Medical Insurance</li><li>Paid Vacation</li><li>Employee discounts</li><li>Full-time/ Part-time Schedules</li><li>Fun work environment!</li><li>Great hours of operation
</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>
Team work orientated</li><li>
Passion for guest service and excellence</li></ul>
Giordano's is an Inclusive/Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minorities/Women/Individual with Disabilities/Protected Veteran Employer</div></div><div></div>

Giordano's Host

BOKA Restaurant Group

<div>Boka Restaurant Group is currently looking for a Digital Marketing Coordinator to join their Marketing Team! 
 
<div>Benefits &amp; Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, free membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs, 401(k) program, life insurance, wellness benefits, paid parental leave, paid vacation, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!
</div><div></div><div>About Boka Restaurant Group: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American&rsquo;s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/ 
</div> 
 
Digital Marketing Coordinator's responsibilities include: 
 
Email Marketing &amp; Automation: 
<ul><li>
Develop and execute email marketing campaigns, including newsletters,</li><li>
promotional emails, and automated user journeys.</li><li>
Create and maintain email marketing templates with custom graphic design assets,</li><li>
ensuring brand consistency and responsive layouts.</li><li>
Track, analyze, and translate campaign performance data (open rates, click-through</li><li>
rates, conversions) into actionable insights.</li><li>
Collaborate with Manager to upkeep and segment email subscriber lists for targeted</li><li>
messaging.</li></ul> 

Website Design, Troubleshooting, and Management: 
<ul><li>
Assist in creating landing page wireframes and mockup, utilizing Webflow to design</li><li>
and implement engaging visual elements for our websites.</li><li>
Test website functionality across different browsers and devices, perform regular</li><li>
maintenance tasks, and debug basic HTML/CSS/JavaScript errors.</li><li>
Support the Digital Marketing Team in maintaining website content by performing</li><li>
basic edits and management tasks like image resizing, menu changes, color</li><li>
correction, and document uploads.</li></ul> 

SEO &amp; Analytics: 
<ul><li>
Perform SEO audits and implement on-page optimizations, focusing on semantic</li><li>
HTML, metadata, and site speed to improve organic discoverability.</li><li>
Support ADA compliance audits, implement necessary changes to website content</li><li>
and structure (including SEO considerations like alt text, semantic HTML, and</li><li>
accessible link text) to improve accessibility, and maintain ongoing compliance.</li><li>
Track conversion funnels and user behavior, consolidating data into actionable</li><li>
monthly and quarterly insights.</li></ul> 

Collaboration &amp; Communication: 
<ul><li>
Communicate effectively with stakeholders, proactively following up with restaurant</li><li>
and marketing team members to gather necessary information.</li><li>
Provide support to Marketing Team members on digital-related questions.</li><li>
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Digital Marketing Team with</li><li>
organization of our digital tools and asset libraries across Dropbox and Asana.</li><li>
Willing to take on additional tasks and projects as they arise.</li></ul> 

Qualifications: 
<ul><li>
3+ years of experience in a Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, or similar</li><li>
technical-creative role.</li><li>
Sample work demonstrating web design projects, email campaign builds, or other</li><li>
graphic design case studies.</li><li>
Organizational skills with experience governing digital asset libraries.</li><li>
Experience using Asana or similar project management tools to track tasks, gather</li><li>
assets from stakeholders, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Proactive mindset and a strong willingness to learn new tools, platforms, and</li><li>
emerging technologies as our digital ecosystem evolves.</li></ul> 

Preferred / Plus: 
<ul><li>
A passion for the restaurant industry and an understanding of its target audience.</li><li>
Strong copywriting skills with an emphasis on long-format digital</li></ul> 
This is an ideal position for someone who is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!
Physical Requirements:
<ul><li>Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
</li><li>Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
</li><li>Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
</li><li>Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments
</li></ul>If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you! Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team! 
 
 
More detail about Boka Restaurant Group part of BOKA Restaurant Group</div>

Digital Marketing Coordinator

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