As Bodega Taqueria y Tequila continues to expand its nationally footprint, we are looking for experienced Server Assistant to join our opening team in Chicago. Come join a growing brand and an incredible team.

Offering traditional Mexican favorites as well as unconventional and innovative interpretations, Bodega specializes in tacos and tequila in a dynamic, eclectic “puebla” inspired setting. Disguised behind a meat locker door, the no-name speakeasy behind Bodega comes alive at night, serving up the best cocktails in an environment that brings the fabric of the community together – artists and musicians, locals and travelers alike – for late night conversation, performances and fun.

As a Server Assistant, your primary duty and responsibility is to clean and set up tables in the outlet and perform other food service related duties, including general cleaning and set up, ensure that empty tables are ready to receive new guests. Ensure that the bar is set and maintained so that the bar staff has everything it needs to run an effective operation, as well as maintaining the cleanliness of the outlet, running food, and set-up and breakdown of the bar. Provide friendly, courteous and efficient quality presentation of food and beverage service to all guests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Clean, set and re-set tables continuously, assuming responsibility for station, tables and side duties.
• Serve water, bread and coffee and greet guests by name whenever possible during the course of meal service.
• Stack trays properly for efficient unloading for stewarding and ensure proper safety standards at all times.
• Prepare mixers, cut fruit, receive requisitions, check par levels, refill mixers, get ice, run food, and collect and dispose of garbage.
• Sweep the floors, polish brass and steel, mop, clean glassware and wipe down mirrors in the outlet. Set-up and breakdown the bar.
• Assist bar staff when needed.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the manager based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.

• Perform set up duties as requested to include side stations, storage areas and food staging area.
• Perform general cleaning tasks utilizing cleaning to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Fold napkins for meal periods to maintain an adequate supply.
• Assist bar staff when necessary.
• Retrieve requisitions (beverage, food and non-food).
• Participate in the deep cleaning of the outlet.
• Perform other duties as requested, such as cleaning unexpected spills and executing special guest requests.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Must be able to speak and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess basic computational ability.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must possess basic computational ability.
• Must have knowledge of and be able to operate all equipment related to the outlet, including, but not limited to, coffee maker and cash terminal.
• Must have a strong knowledge of drink preparation and applicable health standards.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education

High school or equivalent education required.

Experience

1 year prior experience as a Server Assistant / Busser required.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $9.24 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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