Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.00 - $13.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Major medical plans
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and AD&D
short-term disability
supplemental life insurance
401(k) plan and matching program
Employee assistance program
paid leave time
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Paid jury duty time
paid bereavement
Partially-paid parental leave
Hotel and restaurant discounts
Pet insurance
Incentive programs
Job Description
CityGate Hospitality LLC operates Hotel Arista, an upscale and vibrant hospitality destination located in Naperville, Illinois. Among its premier dining outlets is Che Figata, a renowned Italian restaurant famous for delivering an authentic Italian dining experience. With an open kitchen, food bar, brick oven, fresh-made pastas, a living herb wall, and a unique Italian market atmosphere, Che Figata creates a culinary journey that celebrates the authenticity and simplicity of classic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Every dish is crafted with passion and precision, starting with the freshest ingredients sourced to reflect the high standards of the restaurant. This establishment not only... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be 21 years or older
- Must be available all nights, holidays and weekends
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Previous training in liquor, wine, and food service
- Naperville and Illinois BASSET certification is required
- Illinois Food Handler Certification is required
- Prior completion of a formal wine training program (sommelier or WSET)
- 3-5 years of upscale dining experience in a similar restaurant or hotel environment
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Advanced wine knowledge and passion
- Experience using Micros Simphony POS
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Ability to train and coach others
- Neat and clean appearance
- Ability to work in a team
- Must have problem solving abilities
- Ability to compute basic arithmetic
- Ability to walk and stand for up to 8 hours a day
- Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and stretch
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Previous training in liquor, wine, and food service
- Naperville and Illinois BASSET certification is required
- Illinois Food Handler Certification is required
- Prior completion of a formal wine training program (sommelier or WSET)
- 3-5 years of upscale dining experience in a similar restaurant or hotel environment
- A strong understanding of luxury service standards
- Previous working experience with Micros Simphony POS
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a guest-first mindset
- Advanced wine knowledge and passion, experience working with Italian wines
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
- Experience using POS systems and basic administrative functions (e.g., shift reports, guest notes)
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Ability to train and coach others
- Neat and clean appearance
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Must have problem solving abilities and the ability to compute basic arithmetic
- Must have a flexible schedule and be available to work nights weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Completes all opening, closing, and running side work
- Attends all pre-shift meetings
- Leads pre-shift meetings with the team upon request
- Delivers exceptional, intuitive service to guests in alignment with restaurant standards
- Provides VIP guests with personalized service and attention to detail of their needs
- Guides guests through the menu with confident knowledge of Italian cuisine, chef specialties, seasonal offerings, and wine pairings
- Maintains expert-level knowledge of the restaurant's award-winning wine list, assisting with recommendations and pairing selections
- Oversees daily floor operations and acts as point of contact for all front-of-house service matters during the assigned shifts
- Supports and mentors servers, ensuring consistent service standards, pacing, and professionalism
- Communicates effectively with kitchen and management teams to ensure seamless service flow
- Upholds restaurant ambiance and cleanliness, ensuring all settings meet luxury brand expectations
- Sets up tables according to Che Figata standards of service
- Handles guest concerns or service recovery situations with grace and urgency
- Assists with server training, onboarding, and continuing education, especially regarding wine knowledge and upselling techniques
- Follows safety and sanitation policies
- Abides by all requirements pertaining to the sale of alcoholic beverages
- Understands applicable emergency procedure and evacuations
- Collects and reports tips at the end of the assigned shift
- Ensures checks are presented to guests in a timely manner and payment is obtained, reporting any difficulties to management
- Settles-up with management at the end of each shift providing a detailed POS report from the system including cash due as per the report as well as approved vouchers for any comps or house charges
- Understands and follows all cash handling rules and regulations
- Performs related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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