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Hiring Immediately : Lead Host! Benefits : BCBS health insurance & other options including dental Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Restaurant discounts Opportunities for career growth SUSHI-SAN is known for elevated, exceptional Japanese cuisine and service within a relaxed atmosphere, all underscored by the beats of Golden Age Hip Hop. Join one of the hottest River North dining establishments in a fast-paced, fun team environment, and jumpstart your career in the Lettuce Entertain You team. Caring. Creative. Careers. Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team. EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify Work today, get paid tomorrow : receive up to 50% of your previous day's pay! BCBS health insurance & other options including dental Employee Assistance Program EAP) Restaurant discounts Opportunities for career growth Lead Hosts are responsible for host training, the maintenance of training manuals and upholding standards of guest service. Responsible for the initial warm greeting and seating of guests, answering of telephones, taking reservations and messages, maintaining accurate guest counts and wait times and saying goodbye to all guests. Assist with Coat Check duties as directed. Essential Functions Interact with, direct, train and develop host employees in a fair and dignified manner 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 effectively communicate 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 Key Responsibilities and Duties 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 processing hosts’ new-hire paperwork Schedule, conduct and / or oversee all aspects new-hire and on-going host training Review and maintain host manuals and training materials Observe host employees’ service standards and communicate observations to Management, Partners and Trainers; Assist in developing and implementing necessary plans of action Assist with maintaining and updating restaurant’s zoning procedures Use proper phone and voicemail etiquette and guidelines Assist with clearing, cleaning and resetting tables and maintaining restrooms Sell and accurately account for gift cards 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

Hiring Immediately : Bartender ! Benefits : BCBS health insurance & other options including dental Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Restaurant discounts Opportunities for career growth Located in Chicago’s bustling River North, Fulton Market and Streeterville neighborhoods, Ramen-san is a lively neighborhood noodle den and bar reminiscent of traditional ramen shops in Japan and features a half-dozen different bowls of ramen, blast-chilled beer and rare expressions of Japanese whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring. Creative. Careers. Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team. EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify Bartenders are responsible for preparing beverages for guests according to recipe, as well as serving food for guests that dine in the bar area. Assists with Busser, Food Runner and Barista duties as directed. A friendly, accommodating demeanor, as well as an ability to multitask, are essential for success in this position. Essential Functions Prepare and serve beverages to guests according to recipes and contracts Stock / restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends Effectively service a full bar top, cocktail station, and dining room orders Safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip Ability to safely tolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaning solutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives and blenders Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment 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 Key Responsibilities and Duties 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 Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO 2 tanks and soda dispensers Manually wash and sanitize glassware using a three compartment sink Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory Responsible for the security and reconciliation of the bar cash drawer Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated Accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and account for 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 and 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 POS system and Frequent Diner, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals 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

Hiring Immediately : Dishwasher ! Benefits : BCBS health insurance & other options including dental Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Restaurant discounts Opportunities for career growth Bub City is Chicago's destination for barbecue and whiskey. It is open for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and late night dining. The Southern spot offers more than 125 different whiskeys from well known and independent distilleries throughout the country, house-smoked pitmaster favorites and a Southern-inspired weekend brunch menu. Caring. Creative. Careers. Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team. EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify Dishwashers are responsible for washing and sanitizing all food service utensils and miscellaneous items such as plates, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, etc. Also responsible for assisting in maintaining the cleanliness of the back of house area. May have additional cleaning duties specific to the restaurant. Essential Functions Operate and utilize the dish machine and cleaning supplies Wash, sanitize and dry all kitchen utensils, equipment and other items placed in the dish area or as requested by Management and Staff Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment Ability to effectively communicate 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 Key Responsibilities and Duties Maintain a pace sufficient to prevent back up of dirty dishes, glasses, etc. Return and restock all items to appropriate area after washing and sanitizing procedures are completed Ability to read a thermometer Maintain dishwashing machinery and communicate any potential issues to Management Identify cleaning supplies and notify Management when running low Assist with general cleanliness of the back of house and restrooms Empty garbage (checking for restaurant supplies) and keep garbage areas clean and covered Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures 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

Hiring Immediately : Host ! Benefits : BCBS health insurance & other options including dental Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Restaurant discounts Opportunities for career growth RPM Steak brings a chef-driven approach to a traditional steakhouse menu, creating contemporary fine dining with a glamorous and urban feel. RPM Steak, the sister restaurant to RPM Italian, is the creation of restaurateurs Richard, R.J., Jerrod, and Molly Melman with celebrity couple Giuliana and Bill Rancic. Caring. Creative. Careers. Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team. EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify Hosts are responsible for the initial, warm greeting and seating of guests, answering telephones, taking reservations and messages, maintaining accurate guest counts and wait times and saying goodbye to all guests. Assist with Coat Check duties as directed. Essential Functions 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 Key Responsibilities and Duties 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 Answer telephones, and take orders, messages and reservations 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