Job Description

About Class Act Who We Are, What We’re Building, and Why 

Class Act is a new fine dining restaurant and speakeasy concept in Chicago that combines the revelry of a friend’s dinner party with mind blowing avant garde cuisine. Class Act aspires to become a world class dining destination and to earn the industry’s highest honors. Currently, Class Act operates as a regularly sold out monthly popup dinner series. The team is working tirelessly to bottle the magic we’ve created in the popups and unleash it into a newly opened permanent brick and mortar home in 2025. The food and beverage programs will push boundaries. The environment will be exuberant, joyful, fun. While our ambitions are grand, the vision is humble – create a better world by bringing together people through food. 

The Guest Experience 

The experience will start with intrigue and excitement as guests learn about the secret location via text and email. Upon arrival, guests will enter a dreamy welcome lounge where they will be greeted with beverages and be encouraged to mingle with other guests. Then guests will proceed to the dramatic dining room with an open kitchen where they will enjoy an unforgettable multi-course ever evolving family style feast with wine and beverage pairing options. Guests will be seated at a communal table designed to spark authentic connection. The food and beverages will be inspired by all facets of life from childhood memories to creative philosophies. After dinner, guests will move to the intimate speakeasy to imbibe on world class cocktails and late night bites. The speakeasy will also be open to non-dinner guests. 

The Team 

Class Act is founded and led by Chef Nicolai Mlodinow and Tech Executive & Entrepreneur Shreena Amin. Chef Nicolai has trained and worked at some of Chicago’s top Michelin Star restaurants and hosted the popular Class Act popup out of his home for over 2 years. Shreena is a seasoned business professional and former founder with 10+ years of early stage & growth tech experience and 3 successful exits. Chef Nicolai and Shreena combine culinary excellence and creativity with business discipline and entrepreneurial acumen. 

The Role 

The Bartenders will assist in building and executing the cocktail program. We are looking for passionate bartenders who want to work with a team to create innovative beverages. The bartenders should show respect for the history of cocktails while pushing the boundaries of flavor, technique, and presentation with the aim of delivering an exceptional guest experience.

What You’ll Do 

• Help develop delicious, innovative, and playful cocktails for the menu. 
• Uphold the highest quality standards for service and prep.
• Maintain the full organization and operations of the bar.
• Uphold standard operating procedures for the beverage programs.
• Assist with research and development for new beverages and ingredients.
• Help create a cohesive, fun, and hard working environment with a tight knit team.
• Identify and source high-quality, unique ingredients (kitchen team can help with this as well).
• Work with the kitchen team to develop remarkable beverage and N/A beverage pairings.
• Engage with guests making them feel warm and welcomed while in a lively fun atmosphere.
• Find exciting partnerships with other bars, restaurants, and brands to collaborate with. 

What We’re Looking For 

Qualifications 

• Experience working in world class cocktail bars.
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Experience delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• In-depth knowledge of cocktail history, techniques, ingredients, and innovations.
• Strong bar, restaurant, and hospitality network to cultivate collaborations.
• Proven track record of working with a team and fostering a culture.

Personal Characteristics 

• Creative. You enjoy making novel boundary pushing cocktails. 
• Passionate. You love the art and craft of cocktails. You love providing exceptional service to guests.
• Self-starter. You don’t need to be told what to do. You figure out what needs to be done and get to it. 
• Strong work ethic. You are willing and excited to go above and beyond to deliver top tier hospitality.
• Hustle & grit. You’re undeterred by unpredictability and demands of working in a kitchen and bar. You can adapt or persevere through any situation. 
• Problem solver. You figure it out. 
• Collaborative. You work with your team to make the magic happen. You actively seek and incorporate the input. You shine when everyone else shines.
• Hospitable. You love building rapport with guests and making them smile. You’re thoughtful and charismatic. 
• Excellent communication skills. You communicate effectively with your team, the restaurant team, and the leadership team. 
• Exceptional attention to detail. You notice and sweat the small stuff. 
• Exceptional organizational skills. You develop systems and processes that make the bar run smoothly. 

Work Hours

The restaurant and speakeasy will be open 5 days a week from 5pm to 1am. The role will work pre-service, service, and post service. The restaurant and speakeasy will be closed 4 weeks per year. 

Compensation + Benefits 

$60-75k annual salary plus healthcare benefits. Potential for equity (ownership in the restaurant and bar) for exceptional candidates. 

How to Apply 

Complete this form and send your resume to welcome@classactdining.club. 

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Night shift,

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