Fine Dining Host
Company
Ever Restaurant
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
16–20 an hour
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Job Description
Ever, a 2 Michelin starred fine dining restaurant owned by Chef Curtis Duffy, seeks dedicated individuals to join our Front Services team as a Host. Front Services duties include but are not limited to: greeting guests by name and maintaining a working knowledge of each night's guest list as well as regular clientele, running coat check, seating guests, preparing guest takeaways, cleaning guest bathrooms, keeping track of each table's progression through a 10 course tasting menu, assisting in other areas of the restaurant when necessary.
Hiring for full-time positions only. Please be prepared for a commitment of at least one year. Immediate start.
Located in the West Loop at 1340 W Fulton St. Dinner service, Tuesday-Saturday.
Ever Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer. At this time, we are only able to employ those who are legally eligible for work in the United States.
Hiring for full-time positions only. Please be prepared for a commitment of at least one year. Immediate start.
Located in the West Loop at 1340 W Fulton St. Dinner service, Tuesday-Saturday.
Ever Restaurant is an equal opportunity employer. At this time, we are only able to employ those who are legally eligible for work in the United States.
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