Top 1770 Restaurant staff Jobs in Downers Grove Il

Host - Violi Oak Brook
DineAmic Hospitality —Oak Brook, IL
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Sanitation
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Commuter assistance
- Employee assistance program
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Barback
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Oak Brook —Oak Brook, IL
- Bar
- High school diploma or GED
- Guest services
Server
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Oak Brook —Oak Brook, IL
- Hospitality
- Basic math
- English
Host
Beatrix - Oak Brook —Oak Brook, IL
- $15 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Food/Drink Runner Part-Time Downers Grove
Egg Harbor Cafe —Downers Grove, IL
- $15 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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Host
Ancho & Agave —Lombard, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Casual dining restaurant
- Maintenance
- English
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Busser
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Oak Brook —Oak Brook, IL
- Hospitality
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
Private Dining Server
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Oak Brook —Oak Brook, IL
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Restaurant
Front of House Utility Runner | Part-Time | McCormick Place Convention Center
Oak View Group —Chicago, IL
- $28.01 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Basic math
- English
Dishwasher
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Oak Brook —Oak Brook, IL
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid time off
Host
Whiskey Hill Brewery + Kitchen —Westmont, IL
- Part-time
- Organizational skills
- Restaurant
- Restaurant experience
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Head Cook
Reuland Food Service —Aurora, IL
- $45,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Senior level
- Food provided
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Experienced Line Cook Fulltime PM Shift
Holiday Inn - Bennigan's Elgin —Elgin, IL
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- In person
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Restaurant experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Looking for Kitchen Supervisor for Santo Cielo in Naperville
Bien Trucha Group —Naperville, IL
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Spanish
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Restaurant Bartender
Drury Lane Theatre and Events —Oakbrook Terrace, IL
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- US work authorization
- Employee discount
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Dining Room Manager
GLEN OAK COUNTRY CLUB —Glen Ellyn, IL
- $20 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Casual dining restaurant
- Mid-level
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
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Restaurant Manager
Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe —Burbank, IL
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Bar
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook
Ema - Glenview —Glenview, IL
- $15 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef - Soho House Chicago
Soho House & Co. —Chicago, IL
- $69,000 - $74,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook
Cafe Lucci —Glenview, IL
- $19 - $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- 2 years
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Host - Violi Oak Brook

DineAmic Hospitality -
Oak Brook, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$18 - $24 an hour

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Employee assistance program
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Hospitality reservation systems
Food service customer order management
Maintaining an organized workspace
Food service opening procedures
Phone communication
Table assignment
Greeting customers
Sanitation
Answering guest questions
Host/hostess experience
OpenTable
Customer engagement
Toast POS
Payment processing in food service
Customer issue escalation
Phone call management
Clean workspace maintenance
POS systems
Guest direction assistance
Communication skills
Technical Proficiency
Entry level

Full Job Description

Brought to you by DineAmic Hospitality and situated at Oakbrook Mall in Oak Book, IL, Violi offers classic Greek taverna-style dishes in a beautiful dining space inspired by Mykonos.

Violi is seeking Hosts, which are responsible for delivering exceptional first and last impressions for every guest in our fast-paced, high-volume, full-service restaurant environment. As the primary point of contact both in person and over the phone, this role requires strong organization, clear communication, and a commitment to hospitality and teamwork. Hosts manage guest flow, reservations, and waitlists while maintaining a welcoming and organized entrance and lobby area.

Successful candidates are hospitality-driven professionals who remain composed under pressure, communicate effectively with guests and team members, and take pride in creating a warm and seamless arrival experience. Hosts help set the tone for the dining experience, collaborating closely with managers and service staff to maintain balanced service flow while providing professional, friendly assistance to guests both at the host stand and through phone interactions. They also support guest engagement initiatives, such as introducing guests to the restaurant's rewards program when appropriate.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Greet every guest promptly with warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality.
Manage reservations, waitlists, and walk-in guests using the reservation system.
Accurately quote wait times and manage guest expectations.
Strategically seat guests to balance server sections and maintain optimal service flow.
Communicate effectively with managers and service staff regarding table status, pacing, special requests, and guest needs.
Maintain strong knowledge of restaurant offerings and policies to assist with guest inquiries.
Answer phones professionally and assist guests with reservations, carryout orders, and general inquiries.
Process carryout orders and payments accurately in accordance with company procedures.
Document event and large-party inquiries through the designated inquiry platform.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the host stand, entrance, and lobby areas.
Monitor the dining room and entry areas to maintain a welcoming, organized, and well-paced environment.
Assist with menu presentation, coat check, and other guest touchpoints as needed.
Support service staff during peak periods to ensure smooth dining room operations.
Encourage guests to join the restaurant's rewards program and share guest engagement initiatives when appropriate.
Complete opening, running, and closing side work as assigned.
Follow all company policies, sanitation guidelines, and hospitality standards.
Address guest concerns professionally and escalate issues to management when appropriate.
Contribute positively to team morale and support fellow team members during high-volume periods.
Additional duties as needed within the scope of the role.

Minimum Qualifications

Previous restaurant host or customer service experience preferred (high-volume experience strongly preferred).
Experience with a guest reservation platform and POS system preferred; Open table and Toast strongly preferred
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8+ hours per shift).
Occasional lifting of up to 20-25 pounds (menus, highchairs, small furniture adjustments).
Frequent movement in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and twist throughout shift.
Must be able to move safely through dining area, including slick floors and tight spaces.

Core Competencies

Accountability
Adaptability
Communication Skills
Emotional Intelligence
Integrity
Personal Development
Professionalism
Self-Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Technical Proficiency with computers and POS systems

Benefits + Perks

Paid Leave
Commuter Benefits
401K + Match
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program
Food & Beverage Discounts

Dineamic Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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