Beatrix - Oak Brook

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Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)

Job Description

Beatrix is a vibrant neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant, and community meeting spot known for its commitment to comfort food, vegetarian options, and healthy but delicious specials. The establishment prides itself on its diverse beverage program, which includes fresh-squeezed juice cocktails, a curated selection of local craft beers, and a variety of American wines. The coffee bar, a centerpiece of Beatrix, features house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters alongside expertly crafted barista lattes, Bulletproof Coffee, Nitro brews, and an array of signature cookies and pastries made in-house. Beatrix operates as part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a renowned restaurant group that... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Willingness to work varied shifts including weekends
  • Must be able to safely operate restaurant tools and equipment
  • Ability to work in noisy, crowded environment
  • Willingness to comply with company policies and training requirements
  • Ability to provide excellent guest service
  • Must complete alcohol awareness training

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a customer service or hospitality role preferred
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of basic computer and telephone systems
  • Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
  • Friendly and professional demeanor
  • Ability to handle customer concerns with patience and courtesy
  • Team-oriented with a positive attitude

Job Duties

  • Warmly greet and seat guests in the restaurant
  • Answer telephones, and take orders, messages and reservations
  • Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
  • Safely and effectively move chairs, tables, highchairs and booster seats
  • Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
  • Ability to communicate in English in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
  • Multitask calmly and effectively
  • Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
  • Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
  • Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests' needs
  • Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
  • Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
  • Assist with clearing, cleaning and resetting tables and maintain restrooms
  • Sell and accurately account for gift cards
  • Use proper phone and voicemail etiquette and guidelines
  • Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
  • Follow all steps of service
  • Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
  • Proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the reservation, telephone, paging and voicemail systems
  • Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
  • Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
  • Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
  • Get along well with others and be a team player
  • Other duties will be assigned as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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