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At Blue Plate we consider ourselves a team, and to join us, it's important to be a team player. Once you're in, we'll give you every opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment that recognizes talent and rewards hard work.

Are you....?

  • Someone with great character and integrity?
  • Inspired to reach your personal best?
  • Highly motivated and service oriented?
  • Energized by working with others?
  • Driven by a solid work ethic and a taste for challenge?
  • A professional gets the job done well— and with style?

Does this sound like you?

Take a minute to fill out our Online Application to get the ball rolling. For information on current openings, view the list below.


Blue Plate is a bilingual, equal opportunity workplace.


Click on the categories below to see available positions:

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  • Hourly/Part-time Event Supervisor
    Feb 10, 2012

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    Directs all service staff on off-site catered events which include: waiters, bartenders and captains.

    1. Reports to Blue Plate or job site and obtains event packet with job specifications.
    2. Checks-in all service staff as they report to site and assigns specific job duties to each service staff or bartender.
    3. Continuously monitor all elements of event execution to ensure all service staff are upholding responsibilities and performing delegated task.
    4. Conveys pertinent event details to all service staff by conducting a staff meeting including; menu items, proper flow of kitchen, and specific duties for service staff throughout the service period. Ensures all service personnel have a professional appearance i.e., uniforms and grooming.
    5. Supervises the execution of Dinner Service and coordinates smooth interaction between kitchen and service staff to successfully execute a seamless service.
    6. Supervises the proper breakdown of the dining room. Ensures all equipment is utilized properly and stored appropriately.
    7. Monitor’s staffing budgets and makes use of staff accordingly. Ensures that all areas are cleaned properly and the rules of the venue are being followed.
    8. Conducts site walk through when all areas are broken down and cleaned.
    9. Ensures that the liquor requisition form is filled out properly. Completes the event summary the day/evening of the event and turns it in to the service office.
    10. Responsible for tastings with potential clients at the Blue Plate facility.
    11. Required to attend monthly meetings and various training sessions as scheduled.
    12. Required to conduct training on site at Blue Plate as well as in the field.

    Experience:

    A strong knowledge of service and fine dining is necessary to be successful in the Event Supervisor role. Must have verifiable experience in front and back of the house and is proficient with the sequence of service and off-premise events. Must possess excellent interpersonal and time management skills.












    Interested in a job at Blue Plate?
    Please email Jessica at jbarrera@blueplatechicago.com

    OR

    stop by our office to fill out an application:
    1061 W. Van Buren, Chicago, IL 60607
  • Server
    Feb 10, 2012

    Qualifications:

    1. Excellent oral communication in English
    2. Excellent record of attendance
    3. Polished appearance: grooming, uniform and finesse
    4. Minimum 2 year as a server
    5. Flexible availability
    6. Sense of urgency and follow-through
    7. Very well organized
    8. Ability to balance multiple tasks
    9. Pleasant disposition.

    Job Responsibilities:

    1. Arrive at venue according to scheduled time and attired according to uniform standards.
    2. Check in with supervisor; receive assignments for set-up and/or service.
    3. Complete set-up in a timely manner according to company standards and specific instructions for scheduled events.
    4. Provides exceptional service according to service style designated by supervisor in a prompt manner with proper presentation.
    5. Responds quickly and respectfully to all guest needs; answers guest’s questions about the menu, wines, and of the event itself. Maintains table during service according to Company standards.
    6. Participates in breakdown of event according to the assignment given by supervisor.
    7. Work well independently and within a team to accomplish an overall goal of providing exquisite service.

















    Interested in a job at Blue Plate?
    Please email Jessica at jbarrera@blueplatechicago.com

    OR

    stop by our office to fill out an application:
    1061 W. Van Buren, Chicago, IL 60607

 

 
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