Server

Galit is a Middle Eastern Restaurant in the Lincoln Park neighborhood in Chicago, owned and operated by Chef Zachary Engel and Andrés Clavero. The restaurant is a space for community : hospitality professionals, guests and suppliers will come together and celebrate food and drink in a respectful, friendly, and caring manner. The menu focuses on a seasonal and localized approach to dishes of the Middle East and Israel’s immigrant cuisines, alongside a unique and forward-thinking beverage program. Galit's company culture and its focus on employee wellness and training have been an important aspect of the restaurant since opening in 2019. MICHELIN Star awarded 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Overview : The server provides exceptional food and beverage service to all guests in the restaurant.  This role will have the ability to answer all questions in regard to the menu to ensure guests are educated properly and promote the best dining experience possible.

The Server will report to the General Manager and Managers (“Managers”) and, at times, the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs (“Chefs”). Above all, the Server must do all to contribute to a positive work environment as set forth by the culture and values of Galit.

Responsibilities :

• Engage in sincere and warm interaction with all guests while being professional and courteous
• Complete knowledge of food style and restaurant menu and be able to answer guest questions professionally and succinctly
• Proficient knowledge of the restaurant’s beverage program and best practices for serving guests
• Ability to use Toast POS system in an efficient manner
• Cultivate and maintain professional relationships with all employees, Chefs, and Managers through a positive and team-driven work effort
• Communicate with Chefs, Managers and Front of House staff to better serve the guests needs and their requests
• Have a complete understanding of all floor plans and seat numbers
• Handle all kitchen requests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Set up side stations and server stations with all items needed for shift including but not limited to : plates, water, silver, napkins, salt and pepper shakers, wiping towels, coffee, iced tea, FOH supplies, and any other items that may be needed throughout the shift.
• Help to clear dishes from tables, including glassware, silver, share plates, and any other items on table that are not being used
• Reset tables as guests depart including wiping, resetting, and cleaning surrounding area so table is ready for next guest
• Close down station, put away all supplies, clean bus areas, and perform any closing duties task that are needed by Managers
• Adhere to side work requirements, in a timely and accurate manner, and as set forth by restaurant Managers
• Deliver food to guests according to the professional and hospitable standards set forth by the Managers and Chefs
• Familiar with kitchen coursing techniques
• Proper breakdown and restocking of restaurant smallwares at end of service
• Maintain uniform cleanliness and proper attire at all times without exception

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