Front Server

  • INDIENNE
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

3 years

Job Details Indienne, recently awarded a Michelin Star, is looking for an experienced, hospitality focused front server to join the team. Please note, we are only considering candidates with full and open availability.

The FRONT SERVER guides the guest through the tasting menu and ensures that the flow of the experience is seamless. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Confidently describing and telling the stories of the dishes on the tasting menu, including contextual and cultural information for guests less familiar with Indian cuisine
  • Using your strong knowledge of wine to assist guests with the by-the-glass list as well as having the ability to confidently pour wine pairings
  • Possessing knowledge of spirits so as to effectively describe the cocktails on our menu
  • Working knowledge of Indian geography and surrounding areas
  • A genuine love for warm and precise hospitality
  • An eagerness to learn and work dynamically with your team. With a tip pool structure, everyone is expected to step in wherever needed and put the guest experience first
  • The ability to direct and work in tandem with your Back Server, and embody the team mentality; no positions in our FOH take precedence over any other
  • The ability to remain organized, proactive always before being reactive, anticipating anything the guest and the restaurant need.
  • Understanding the nuance and subtleties of world class service and hospitality
  • Preference will be given to candidates with high level, Michelin experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Be able to stand for extended periods of time [over 5 hours]
  • Be able to lift and carry 50 pounds steadily
  • Be comfortable with repetitive movements like bending, sitting, and walking extended distances

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($11.02) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Fine Dining Service

Excellent Communication Skills

Confidently Describing and Telling the Stories of Dishes on Tasting Menu

Team Collaboration

Experience in Hospitality

Teamwork and Collaboration

Knowledge of Spirits

Adaptability in a Fast Paced Environment

Time Management

Ability to Confidently Pour Wine Pairings

Cultural Awareness

Attention to Detail

Confidently Describing Dishes and Telling Stories

Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity

Knowledge of Indian Geography and Cuisine

Strong Work Ethic

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Handle Pressure

Working Knowledge of Indian Geography and Surrounding Areas

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Knowledge of Food Pairing

Time Management Skills

Knowledge of Indian Cuisine

Ability to Multitask

Love for Warm and Precise Hospitality

Customer Service

Positive Attitude

Eagerness to Learn and Work Dynamically With Team

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Strong Knowledge of Wine

Willingness to Take Initiative

Ability to Work in Tandem With Back Server

Empathy Towards Guests

Hospitality Driven

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Team mentality

Knowledge of Spirits and Cocktails

Organized and Proactive

Menu Knowledge

Understanding of World Class Service and Hospitality

Physical Stamina

High Level, Michelin Experience Preferred

Knowledge of Wine and Wine Pairings

Physical Endurance (Standing for Extended Periods, Lifting/Carrying 50 Pounds)

Ability to Lift and Carry 50 Pounds

Comfort With Repetitive Movements (Bending, Sitting, Walking)

Ability to Work Effectively in a Team

Ability to Anticipate and Fulfill Guest and Restaurant Needs

Repetitive Movement Tolerance

Wine Knowledge

Food and Wine Knowledge

Proactive Attitude

Spirits and Cocktails Knowledge

Physical Strength and Endurance

Customer Service Orientation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Warm and Precise Hospitality

Organization

Eagerness to Learn and Work Dynamically

Team Player Mentality

Ability to Work With Back Server

Organizational Skills

Proactivity

Physical Endurance (Standing for Extended Periods, Lifting and Carrying)

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Job ID: 482007788
Originally Posted on: 6/20/2025

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