Front of House Staff

Mindy's Bakery, by James-Beard Award Winning Chef and Owner of Mindy's Edibles, Mindy Segal, is looking for a Front of House Staff Member to join its team! We are located in the heart of Wicker Park, right off Milwaukee and Damen.

Mindy’s Bakery is a diverse collective of talented artisanal bakers, as well as passionate FOH staff who work continuously on our craft. We strive to provide a memorable yet efficient experience, create the best product using quality ingredients, unparalleled technique, and always serving fresh from our oven to your table.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, experience in hospitality, and a personality they are not afraid to express. We are looking for an individual who is confident, thrives in a busy environment, and can handle the volume we do.

We offer very competitive pay, subsidized health insurance, and opportunity for growth as we work to expand our operations. We understand the value of a happy and healthy team - both emotionally and physically - so we strive to hold ourselves and our team to the highest standard, while respecting boundaries and always prioritizing a respectful, empathetic, and positive work environment.

Job Responsibilities & Expectations:
+ Demonstrate excellent customer service skills 
+ Knowledge of our menu - including all rotating specials, beverages, preparation techniques, main ingredients, and allergen information
+ Respond to customer questions and feedback
+ Follow all safety & sanitation guidelines 
+ Assist guests with packaging their pastries and/or ringing them up on our POS system (Square)
+ Follow all checklists that pertain to opening and closing, and feel confident performing all the tasks associated with both 
+ Maintain a presentable appearance and adhere to our dress code
+ Maintain appearance and cleanliness of the bakery - keeping counters, displays, tables and floors clean and presentable at all times
+ Set up and re-stocking of displays, packaging, labeling, dating and rotating food items for sale
+ Package catering and wholesale orders as needed
+ Assist BOH with projects during down-time
+ Be familiar with our handbook and all policies in it

Requirements & Qualifications:
+ Strong communication skills
+ Customer service skills
+ Organization skills 
+ Food service experience 
+ Hospitality experience
+ Ability to excel in a team setting
+ A valid Food Handler's Certificate
+ Ability to stand for the duration of a shift
+ Ability to work early mornings, as early as 6:00 AM 

Compensation & Benefits:
+ $20/hr starting shift pay (negotiable based on experience), plus pooled tips, which are added to the last paycheck of each month
+ Weekly pay (every Friday)
+ PTO
+ Subsidized health insurance
+ We always feed you

Schedule:
This position is part-time (3-4 days/week), with potential to evolve into full-time. 

Our bakery is currently open to the public Wednesday through Sunday -- 7:30am to 3pm during the week, and 8am to 3pm on Saturday and Sunday. However, we have staff working and prepping daily. This position requires morning and afternoon availability. 

To be considered, please send or attach an up-to-date resume with a brief introduction.

Thank you for taking the time to read our posting - we look forward to hearing from all individuals who believe they would be a great fit for this position. XO!