Host

Dimmi Dimmi•Chicago, IL

8d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Cornerstone Restaurant Group (CRG), based in Fulton Market, is seeking a talented Hosts to support CRG’s newest restaurant, Dimmi Dimmi, nestled in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. The restaurant features 70 seats inside, with an additional 40 seats outside during patio season. With Dimmi Dimmi Corner Italian, CRG is reimagining the iconic neighborhood Italian spot with bold red-sauce staples, classic cocktails, and a warm, buzzing vibe. It’s where timeless tradition meets modern energy, brought to life with heartfelt hospitality and moments made to share. The culinary team is led by Executive Chef Matthew Eckfeld, who honed his expertise in Italian cuisine at New York’s celebrated Carbone and other iconic Major Food Group restaurants. Our pastry program is guided by consultant Casey Doody, a French Pastry School alum and former Director of Pastry at the renowned Boka Group. We’re looking for team members that share our passion for heartfelt hospitality, value collaboration, and thrive in creating a team environment where guests and employees alike feel appreciated and inspired. If you’re ready to be part of something special, to grow, lead, and help write the next chapter of the CRG story, we’d love to connect with you.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
High school education or equivalent
1-2 years of experience
Basic computer skills
Ability to deal with guests in a professional manner while maintaining a composed demeanor in high stress situations
Must be able to frequently go up and down stairs throughout shift while carrying up to 25 pounds
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds on a regular basis
Frequent long periods of standing and walking are expected during the workday
Ability to reach for objects and stoop or bend as needed to perform job duties
This position may involve visual and auditory tasks, including the ability to see and hear adequately to perform job functions

Responsibilities

Greet guests upon arrival, according to restaurant standards
Answer telephone communications and take reservations
Maintain an accurate waiting list as needed, and alert guests when their table is available
Receive payments and process transactions according to established policies and procedures
Complete all opening/closing paperwork, perform side-work
This role may process take-out orders; practice selling-up techniques
May routinely clear and reset tables and assist with opening tasks such as assigning stations to servers
Ensure that wait staff stations are clean and maintained throughout the shift
Ensure that all menus are checked and cleaned; inform manager if more menus are needed
Conduct cleaning and/or reorganization projects as necessary
You may also be asked to handle guest complaints/special requests and assist with other duties as assigned
The preceding reflects management’s definition of essential functions for the Host position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or for other reasons.

Benefits

$18.00/hr + tips
Paid Vacation (earn immediately, up to 40 hours in your first year)
Paid Sick Leave
Premium Holiday Pay
Dining Discount and Family Meal
Medical, Dental and Vision insurances Offered (must average 30 hrs/week)
Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Critical Accident Insurances Offered
Naturalization Exam Reimbursement
Referral Program Bonus
Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
Chicago Athletic Clubs Discount