Dining Room Open Call | New Concept
Company
Boka Restaurant Group
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
12.62–24.00 an hour
Posted
9 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
Boka Restaurant Group's newest concept, located in the historic Chicago Athletic Association, is hosting an Open Call! We are looking for Front of House Hourly Help. Come be a part of our James Beard Award-Winning group!
• **This is an invite-only open call. After reviewing applications, qualified candidates will receive an invitation with a link to select an interview time. If you’re invited but unable to attend, please let us know and we’ll explore alternative options.***
About Boka Restaurant Group: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’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/
We will be interviewing for the following positions:
• Host: $21-24
• Server: $12.62 + tips
• Server Assistant: $12.62 + tips
• Bartender: $12.62 + tips
• Barback: $12.62 + tips
• Food runner: $12.62 + tips
• Polisher: $17-19
We can't wait to meet you!!!
• **This is an invite-only open call. After reviewing applications, qualified candidates will receive an invitation with a link to select an interview time. If you’re invited but unable to attend, please let us know and we’ll explore alternative options.***
Benefits & Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days for full-time employees), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!
Physical requirements: 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. Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment. Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven, and slick surfaces
More detail about Boka Restaurant Group part of BOKA Restaurant Group
• **This is an invite-only open call. After reviewing applications, qualified candidates will receive an invitation with a link to select an interview time. If you’re invited but unable to attend, please let us know and we’ll explore alternative options.***
About Boka Restaurant Group: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’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/
We will be interviewing for the following positions:
• Host: $21-24
• Server: $12.62 + tips
• Server Assistant: $12.62 + tips
• Bartender: $12.62 + tips
• Barback: $12.62 + tips
• Food runner: $12.62 + tips
• Polisher: $17-19
We can't wait to meet you!!!
• **This is an invite-only open call. After reviewing applications, qualified candidates will receive an invitation with a link to select an interview time. If you’re invited but unable to attend, please let us know and we’ll explore alternative options.***
Benefits & Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days for full-time employees), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!
Physical requirements: 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. Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment. Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven, and slick surfaces
More detail about Boka Restaurant Group part of BOKA Restaurant Group
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