Restaurant Server - PM

Position: Restaurant Server Department: Food & Beverage Location: Chicago, IL Employment Type: Full-Time / Hourly Compensation: $12.70 per hour + tips Truth Be Told, the British-inspired tavern located within The Study at University of Chicago, is seeking an engaging, attentive, and hospitality-driven Server to join our Food & Beverage team. This position is responsible for creating a warm and memorable dining experience through knowledgeable, thoughtful, and efficient service. Truth Be Told is open seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our Servers play an important role in bringing the tavern experience to life, welcoming hotel guests, university visitors, neighborhood regulars, and members of the Hyde Park community while guiding them through our food and beverage offerings. The ideal candidate genuinely enjoys hospitality, meeting new people, and creating connections with guests. We are looking for someone who is engaging without being intrusive, knowledgeable without being pretentious, attentive to the details, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Our caring and attentive associates reinforce our belief that guest service is our highest priority. We seek energetic, service-oriented individuals who take pride in creating thoughtful experiences, enjoy working as part of a team, and understand how genuine hospitality can turn a meal into a memorable experience. Restaurant Snapshot Truth Be Told – British-inspired tavern located within The Study at University of ChicagoApproximately 100-seat restaurant and tavernOpen seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PMBreakfast, lunch, dinner, and bar serviceClassic British-inspired dishes and traditional tavern influencesFood and beverage program featuring cocktails, spirits, beer, and wineServing hotel guests, university visitors, Hyde Park neighbors, and the surrounding community Responsibilities Provide warm, attentive, and efficient table service while creating an engaging and welcoming experience for every guestWelcome guests to Truth Be Told, establish a genuine connection, and remain attentive throughout the dining experienceMaintain thorough knowledge of food menus, ingredients, preparation methods, daily offerings, and beverage programsGuide guests through menu selections and make thoughtful food and beverage recommendations based on their preferencesAccurately take and enter food and beverage orders and communicate appropriate information to Culinary and other Food & Beverage team membersUnderstand allergy and dietary concerns and follow established procedures for communicating guest needs to the Culinary teamDeliver food and beverages accurately and efficiently while following established service and presentation standardsMonitor the guest experience throughout the meal and anticipate additional needs without being intrusiveRespond promptly and professionally to guest requests or concerns and involve restaurant leadership when appropriateMaintain working knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, and wine and continue developing food and beverage knowledgeAccurately process guest checks, cash, credit card transactions, hotel room charges, and other forms of paymentComplete opening, closing, and ongoing side work, including setup, stocking, cleaning, polishing, resetting, and organization of assigned service areasMaintain clean, organized, sanitary, and service-ready tables, stations, and surrounding restaurant areasWork collaboratively with Bartenders, Restaurant Support, Hosts, Culinary team members, and restaurant leadership to provide seamless serviceAssist fellow team members when needed and contribute to the overall flow and performance of the restaurantFollow responsible alcohol service practices and all applicable liquor laws and restaurant proceduresFollow established food safety, sanitation, safety, and security proceduresCommunicate and work effectively with Front Office and other hotel departments to support hotel guests and their dining experiencePerform additional duties as assigned based on restaurant and hotel operational needs Fundamentals Minimum of 2 years of serving experience in an upscale casual, full-service restaurant, hotel, tavern, or comparable dining environment preferredFriendly, engaging, and professional demeanor with a genuine passion for hospitality and connecting with guestsStrong understanding of restaurant service standards and the ability to manage a section efficiently throughout serviceWorking knowledge of food, ingredients, allergy considerations, cocktails, spirits, beer, and wineDesire to continually develop knowledge of food, beverage, hospitality, and servicePrevious experience with restaurant POS systems and handling guest transactions preferredExcellent verbal communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced restaurant environmentAbility to remain composed, attentive, and service-focused during high-volume periodsAbility to work effectively as part of a collaborative restaurant and hotel teamHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredCurrent responsible alcohol service certification recognized in Illinois preferred, or ability to obtain as requiredAvailability to work a flexible schedule based on restaurant needs, including early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidaysAbility to stand, walk, and remain active for extended periods throughout the shiftAbility to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move items weighing up to 40 pounds About Us The Study at University of Chicago is a 167-room hotel located on the Midway Plaisance in Chicago's historic Hyde Park neighborhood. Designed as a place of discovery and connection, the hotel reflects the character and energy of the University of Chicago while providing thoughtful, contemporary accommodations for university visitors, families, faculty, business travelers, and the surrounding community. The hotel is home to Truth Be Told, a British-inspired tavern offering a welcoming gathering place for hotel guests, the University of Chicago community, Hyde Park neighbors, and visitors to the area. The property also features 4,700 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 2,500-square-foot Winter Garden designed for social events and private functions. Eligible full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays. Team members may also participate in our 401(k) retirement savings plan and Employee Assistance Program. Study Hotels is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. Study Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, disability, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Keywords: Server, Restaurant Server, Food Server, Hotel Server, Breakfast Server, Dining Server, British Tavern, Gastropub, Truth Be Told, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Chicago Server Jobs, Hyde Park Jobs Powered by JazzHR 0FVAP3NwM6