Server/Bartender Starting at $17.05/hr.

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Step Up to the Plate as Our Server / Bartender!

Location: Beverly Pizzeria – Chicago, IL
Department: Front of House
Pay: $12.96/hr + tips = $17.05+

At Home Run Inn, we believe pizza should do more than fill you up—it should lift you up.

For nearly 100 years, we've been bringing people together over authentic Chicago tavern-style pizza. Behind every great pizza is an incredible team, and behind every incredible teammate is a dining experience that makes them feel welcomed from the moment they walk through our doors.

That's where you come in.

If you're someone who loves creating memorable guest experiences, enjoys connecting with people, can confidently juggle multiple priorities, and takes pride in great service, we'd love to meet you.

As our Server / Bartender , you'll help create an exceptional experience for every Home Run Inn guest. You'll take food and beverage orders, serve guests, prepare beverages, and make sure every interaction feels welcoming and genuine.

You'll be an important part of keeping the dining room and bar running smoothly while helping guests discover their next favorite Home Run Inn meal or drink.

No two shifts look exactly the same, and that's part of the fun.

• Greet and interact with guests in a friendly, welcoming manner
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and deliver them in a timely manner
• Present menus, answer guest questions, and make recommendations about food and beverages
• Actively suggest menu items, specials, and upcoming events
• Relay orders to the kitchen and serve food and beverages from the kitchen and service bars
• Assist guests with requests and help ensure they have an enjoyable dining experience
• Practice responsible alcohol service by monitoring alcohol consumption and verifying age requirements

• Mix, prepare, and serve beverages using Home Run Inn standard recipes
• Assist with service of food and beverages to tables
• Pre-bus tables and help keep the dining area ready for guests
• Assist with buffet table setup and takedown when needed
• Ensure food and beverage orders are accurate and presented properly

• Operate the POS system and accurately process guest payments
• Accept payments and provide correct change
• Monitor bar and beverage equipment and systems
• Request stock and monitor inventory levels
• Maintain cleanliness of the bar, service station, and guest areas throughout the shift and at the end of the night
• Use POS systems, calculators, and common cleaning supplies
• Complete opening, closing, and side work duties as assigned

• Communicate effectively with servers, bartenders, kitchen teammates, hosts, and management
• Work together with the team to maintain an efficient service flow
• Promote and follow all workplace health and safety requirements
• Jump in where needed to support the restaurant team
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Love helping people feel welcomed and taken care of
• Have a friendly, outgoing personality
• Enjoy connecting with guests and creating memorable experiences
• Can confidently multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team
• Take pride in providing accurate, attentive service
• Are comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment
• Enjoy learning about food, beverages, and the Home Run Inn experience

• Must be at least 21 years old to pour and serve alcohol
• Previous serving and/or bartending experience in a restaurant setting preferred
• Strong communication, multitasking, customer service, and teamwork skills
• Ability to constantly lift, reach, bend, and stoop
• Ability to stand for extended periods, up to approximately 5 hours
• Working knowledge of the predominant language of our guests
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Food Handler certification required within 30 days of hire
• BASSET certification required within 30 days of hire
• Safety shoes required within 30 days of hire

• A fast-paced, family-oriented restaurant environment
• A role that combines guest service, food service, and beverage service
• Exposure to hot surfaces, ovens, and kitchen equipment
• Working areas with varying temperatures, including kitchen heat and walk-in coolers/freezers
• Potential exposure to cleaning chemicals and biological materials
• Food allergens at the restaurant include: Milk, Eggs, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soybeans, and Sesame
• A team environment where everyone works together to create a great guest experience

We're more than a pizza company—we're neighbors serving neighbors.

For four generations, we've built our business around people. We care deeply about our teammates because we know they're the reason families continue making Home Run Inn part of their traditions.

When you join our team, you'll find:

• A family-owned company with nearly 100 years of Chicago history
• Leaders who genuinely care about your growth
• Opportunities to make a real impact on the teammate experience
• A culture built around connection, support, and continuous improvement
• Best & Brightest and Most Loved Workplace distinct recognition
• Plenty of reasons to celebrate the little wins along the way
• Time to recharge with Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Personal Time and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options + supplementary insurances*
• Take care of your growing family with Paid Parental Leave*
• Build your future with our company 401k retirement savings plan, including company matching opportunities
• Enjoy free household access to 24/7 on demand virtual healthcare
• Save on everyday life with discounts on safety shoes, travel, entertainment and more
• Access to all the pizza your heart desires! (Well, almost)

Family – We show up for one another and succeed together.

Pride – We set high standards because our teammates and guests deserve our best.

Grit – We keep learning, improving, and finding better ways to do things.

Courage – We own our mistakes, speak honestly, and grow from every experience.

Purpose – To give people home runs in their day.

If you're excited about creating great guest experiences, connecting with people, serving delicious food and beverages, and being part of a hardworking team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us give people more Home Runs in their day—one guest at a time.

Home Run Inn is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.