Server

Who We Are:

Vendador is a luxury private dining company located in Chicago, Illinois. An exclusive culinary experience that transcends the traditional restaurant setting, Vendador offers tailor-made tasting menus for dining that redefines special events catering; it's a moveable feast, an intimate gourmet journey that can materialize anywhere. Founded in 2021 by Chef Francis Pascal, our mission is to curate joyous core memories by importing an entire fine dining ecosystem to clients, transforming any space into a dining destination. Since our inception, Vendador has become the epitome of personalized culinary experiences in Chicago.

Events range vastly in size, but average guest count is 8-25 with 6-10 courses. We curate events up to 200 guests.

We have on average, 3 to 5 events per week and are looking for candidates with fine dining experience and strong organizational skills with the flexibility and commitment for at least 1 to 2 events per week, but no less than 3 per month. Commitment, communication, and time management are values we do not compromise on.

Our team consists of highly experienced and passionate hospitality professionals who have worked in these Chicago establishments: Alinea, Roister, Boka, Smyth, Oriole, Valhalla, The Loyalist, Momotaro, and more.

Who You Are:

We are now hiring fine dining Servers to join our skilled FOH team. You will have previous experience working in high-end dining environments and must be confident working in a range of environments, from client's homes to venues, parks, and more. Priority will be given to candidates with fine dining and Michelin restaurant experience.

Qualified individuals should possess exceptional attention to detail, immaculate presentation, and a genuine passion for hospitality excellence.

You must be charismatic, enjoy conversing with clients, and have confidence speaking at the table in intimate environments. We expect all servers to make our clients feel like friends, and no event is transactional. This level of authentic hospitality, professionalism and a desire to connect is required. We love engaging with our guests with joy, kindness, and thoughtfulness.

Reliable transportation is essential as you must be able to get yourself to and from events in and around Chicago and the suburbs. Wine and beverage knowledge is preferred.

What You Can Expect:

• Serve at private events, ensuring impeccable execution of fine dining service standards
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all menus, ingredients, preparation methods, and wine pairings
• Support wherever needed, from washing dishes to unloading the van, every team member is required to support every aspect of the event.
• Assist with pre-event setup and post-event breakdown to ensure flawless execution

All team members at Vendador help with every aspect of the event, and all servers are required to unload the van at before the event and breakdown at the end of the night. Ability to lift heavy boxes is required.

Compensation : Hourly pay based on experience, with opportunities for advancement. Pay starts at $20 per hour.
Team Culture : Disciplined, structured and organized environment with high standards of service. Work alongside Michelin-trained professionals committed to culinary and service excellence with warmth and care.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in casual fine dining to ultra-fine dining environments preferred.
• Strong passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences - positive, energetic, and takes initiative.
• Highly professional demeanor and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Reliable transportation and ability to drive oneself to and from events in the Chicagoland area and suburbs.
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Flexibility
• A supportive and dynamic team environment.
• The chance to be part of unique and exclusive dining events.

If you feel you meet the above requirements and are passionate about delivering extraordinary dining experiences, please respond with a copy of your resume and a cover letter detailing why you would be a great addition to our team. We look forward to hearing from you.

Vendador Private Dining is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.