Ramen-San

Host/ Carryout

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $24.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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

Ramen-san is a vibrant and bustling neighborhood noodle den and bar, located in Chicago's lively River North, Fulton Market, and Streeterville neighborhoods. It offers an authentic dining experience reminiscent of traditional ramen shops in Japan, specializing in a variety of ramen bowls, blast-chilled beer, and rare Japanese whisky expressions. Open for lunch, dinner, and late-night service, Ramen-san also features a menu with Asian-inspired offerings such as traditional okonomiyaki on weekends and Late Night Fried Rice available after 10 PM. This establishment is part of the Lettuce Entertain You enterprise, a renowned hospitality company with more than 100 nationally recognized restaurants... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • prior experience in a customer-facing role preferred
  • ability to communicate effectively in English
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • availability to work flexible shifts including weekends
  • willingness to complete alcohol awareness training
  • commitment to follow safety and sanitation guidelines

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • previous customer service experience preferred
  • ability to multitask and work under pressure
  • strong communication skills in English
  • basic math skills for handling payments
  • ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
  • friendly and approachable demeanor
  • ability to follow directions and safety procedures
  • teamwork and collaboration skills

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 under pressure
  • 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
  • accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures
  • understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
  • use sales techniques to present and encourage current promotions to guests
  • 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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