Job Details:

Denucci's Highland Park, the newest restaurant by Ballyhoo Hospitality, is currently hiring for To-Go Specialist. If you are a true hospitality professional who possesses elevated service standards, a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences, and an eye for detail, we invite you to apply.

Expanding from our founding DeNucci's in Lincoln Park, we are excited to open our second location in Highland Park. Join our team at DeNucci's, where we pay homage to the Italian-American culinary tradition while creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for our guests. We strive to provide high-quality dining experiences that blend style, comfort, and a passion for hospitality.
As a member of the Denucci' Highland Park team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment that values teamwork, creativity, and excellence. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience and why you would be a great fit for our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

(Includes but is not limited to the following duties. Other duties may be assigned): 

• Understand and perform job duties to the expectations of the restaurant and the restaurant Service, Food and Beverage.
• Perform all side work applicable to assigned station.
• Participate in Pre-Shift meetings and learn new menu items.
• Answer phone calls and walk guest through menu items. Answer any questions about menu items, modifications, allergies, and dietary restrictions.
• Able to use Toast Dashboard and DoorDash tablet to navigate takeout orders.
• Welcome all guests and ensure guests receive responsive, professional and gracious service at all times.
• Answer any questions about the menu, specific food items, the wine list or any other inquiries the guest may have.
• Assists the Chef in expediting the food to the takeout window.
• Aware of all upcoming orders and status of delivery and takeout orders.
• Keeps expediter station and kitchen stocked with togo supplies throughout service.
• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared, packaged, and served according to the restaurant’s standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment all times in the Dining Room and all service stations.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and labor requirements of the restaurant employees and guests.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  1-3 years of restaurant experience.

• Knowledge of service, food and beverage, generally involving at least 1 years of restaurant or takeout experience. Cleanliness, organization and the ability to work well in a team situation are crucial to this position. 
• Food and wine knowledge a plus.
• Must be minimum age to serve alcohol.
• High school or equivalent education required.
• Applicants must possess a strong dedication toward learning, and motivation to progress in a fine dining environment.
• Possess excellent basic math skills and have the ability to operate a cash register POS system and Microsoft based computer systems.
• Must be impeccably groomed, maintain good hygiene, good posture and have required uniform and tools.

Responsive to constructive feedback from Chef, Managers or Supervisors.