Restaurant, Server​/Wait Staff, Catering

Restaurant Support

Truth be Told, our British Gastropub, located inside The Study at the University of Chicago in Hyde Park, is seeking a full‑time Restaurant Support with weekend availability. Hours of operation are seven days a week, 7 AM to 10 PM.

• Pay rate $12.70 per hour + tips
• 50% employee dining discount
• Paid time off, and 9 paid holidays per year for eligible full‑time team members
• Complimentary shift meal
• Exclusive discounts on major retail partners through Life Mart

Provide the highest and most efficient level of hospitality and customer service expected by our guests.

• Prepare room service trays with condiments, candles, napkins, service plates and utensils.
• Support servers by running food from the kitchen to the table.
• Ensure all side work is completed throughout the shift, including polishing, silverware, glassware, roll‑ups, water vases, and par‑level checks.
• Expedite and ensure all food is up to par and consistent.
• Monitor guests’ dining experience, responding promptly and courteously to correct any problems.
• Maintain a knowledge of all menu items and beverage programs.
• Be a team player, assisting others when and where necessary to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Complete the setup and breakdown of a section, including detailed cleaning of the work area and surrounding areas.
• Work with servers to ensure orders are completed according to request and on time.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Report any damages, shortcomings, or disturbances to supervisors.
• Ensure restaurant operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations.
• Be flexible to work a schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the Restaurant Manager.

• Prepare rooms for dining by clothing tables and setting decorations, condiments, candles, napkins, service plates and utensils.
• Support servers by bussing, cleaning, and setting tables at the end of a guest’s meal.
• Ensure all side work is completed throughout the shift, including polishing, silverware, glassware, roll‑ups, water vases, and par‑level checks.
• Assist the host/hostess in greeting and seating guests.
• Monitor guests’ dining experience, responding promptly and courteously to correct any problems.
• Maintain a knowledge of all menu items and beverage programs.
• Be a team player, assisting others when and where necessary to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Complete the setup and breakdown of a section, including detailed cleaning of the work area and surrounding areas.
• Work with servers to ensure orders are completed according to request and on time.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Report any damages, shortcomings, or disturbances to supervisors.
• Ensure restaurant operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations.
• Be flexible to work a schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the Restaurant Manager.

• Friendly, cheerful, and courteous demeanor at all times.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in a formal dining or upscale casual environment.
• Flexibility to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in English required.
• Strong organizational skills, including follow‑up, time management, and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to positively communicate and interact with all hotel departments.
• Ability to lift or move goods weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods indoors with a climate‑controlled workstation.
• Completion of a satisfactory background check.
• Study Hotels is a drug‑free workplace.

Truth be Told is a British Gastropub located inside The Study at the University of Chicago, a 167‑room hotel featuring a full array of suites, a 100‑seat restaurant/gastropub, banquet space, and amenities such as a fitness center. Our mission is to provide guests with memorable dining experiences in a vibrant, collaborative environment.

Study Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, disability, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.