Catering & Event Bartenders and Servers at One Off Hospitality Group Ltd – Chicago, Illinois

One Off Hospitality is seeking experienced Catering & Event Bartenders and Servers who believe in the power of treating our guests like family and our restaurants like home. Event Servers are responsible for executing exceptional guest service in accordance with One Off Hospitality standards. The ideal Event Server candidate is passionate about cuisine, has attention to detail and a great team mindset. Working alongside industry veterans is one of the many perks of joining the One Off Hospitality family.

A current and valid Driver’s License and means of transportation are required.

TITLE: CATERING & EVENT [BARTENDER OR SERVER]

REPORTS TO: EVENT SALES MANAGER AND EVENT CAPTAINS

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• To be fluent in menus for events, both food and beverage
• Execute proper steps of service to execute exceptional service
• Walk guests through menu to answer any questions and assist with any necessary accommodations for allergies and dietary restrictions
• Listen intently to guests and be aware of body language so as to properly tailor the service experience to those guests
• Check back with guests about each dish and beverage, as well as when beverages are in need of being refreshed
• Thoroughly familiarized with event menu and specials including ingredients, cooking techniques and plating
• Take instruction from Event Captain and follow through instructions
• Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish
• Verbally communicates in a calm, positive demeanor during the course of the function with the kitchen and service team, as well as the event host, to ensure timely execution of events, quality of service, and adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local safety & health regulations and One Off Hospitality standards
• Assists Catering Captain with any special requests made by the guest
• Assist’s with load out from the home location with kitchen team and beverage team.
• Assist’s with load back in at the home locations at the end of the event.
• Able to work a flexible schedule as business dictates (including nights and weekends)
• Able to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed
• Servsafe Certification and Basset Certification required

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)

• High School Diploma or GED graduate
• ServSafe Certification required
• BASSET Certification required
• Current and valid Driver’s License and means of transportation required
• Ability to handle stress under pressure
• Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment
• Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to be flexible with job demands and open minded when being asked to complete tasks
• Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the restaurant
• Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing 0-50 pounds
• Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates
• Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day

One Off Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.