Bottle Theory is a craft beer tap room, restaurant and retail store located in Elmhurst. We offer a rotating draft selection of craft beer, wine and cocktails with a kitchen offering a simple but exciting menu.

We’re looking for hard working, service-obsessed members of the industry to join our team! We are fanatical about quality beer, food and great service, and are looking for team-oriented people to join our operation and share their passions for food, beverage, and service.

We are hiring for all front-of-house positions, including bartenders, beer maestros, and retail associates.

** Team members can expect to earn between $18-30/hr with tips. **

Sample Responsibilities

• Greet customers, answer questions, and make food and drink recommendations
• Take food and drink orders, pour and serve beer (draft, bottles and cans) and wine
• Manage drink tickets and running beverages to customer tables
• Be knowledgeable about our beers, wines and cocktails, food menu and merchandise.
• Restock and replenish taproom inventory and supplies
• Work with our POS to handle customer orders or handle retail transactions
• Ensure our guests have a great experience, promptly address any guest concerns
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including compliance with food and beverage regulations

Who You Are

• You’re 21 years of age or older
• Available to work evenings and weekends
• Prior restaurant or retail experience
• Strong customer service, communication and multi-tasking skills
• Food Handlers License and BASSET certification required (can be obtained with Bottle Theory assistance)

What Set You Apart

• You are customer-obsessed
• Knowledge of craft beer and breweries
• You are a total team player
• You love opportunities for learning, and teaching!

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 65 lbs. and maneuver even heavier kegs (with assistance if needed) and cases of beer
• Able to work an average of 8 hours on your feet in a fast paced environment

Additional Information

Bottle Theory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Restaurant type:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Restaurant: 1 year (Preferred)
• POS: 1 year (Preferred)
• Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person