Position: Front Server
About: Alinea is looking for a full-time Front Server to join our team! The Front Server is an important part of the team, providing excellent guest experiences. This is a full-time position, paid hourly, and candidates must be willing to work 40+ hours, 5 days a week. A concept founded by Chef Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas, Alinea has been globally praised for its molecular gastronomy techniques and innovative approach to modernist cuisine, pushing boundaries in a multi-sensory dining experience. It is one of only 13 restaurants in the U.S. to earn the coveted Michelin 3-Star rating. It has also been named the Best Restaurant in the World by Elite Traveler, the Best Restaurant in North America by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, and the Best Restaurant in the U.S. by Gourmet and Business Insider. Driven by the notion of doing the unexpected, guests can be assured to leave the dining room feeling inspired.
Requirements: 1 or more years of experience as a server or related position; Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment; High attention to detail; Strong communication skills; Ability to carry a tray with food and/or drinks; Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team; Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations
Benefits: Competitive hourly wage at $23.00 – $23.50/hour, Medical, vision, dental and life benefits available on the 1st month following full-time employment, 50% company contribution to single HMO during the first 2 years of full-time employment, 100% contribution available after 2 years, Paid time off, 401(K) with a company match of up to 4% of deferred earnings, CTA/Ventra discount available after 1 month of full-time employment, Employee Dining Discount, 20% to any Alinea Group restaurant, Referral Bonus Program available