Server Assistant

Benchmark Conference Resorts of California, LLC

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Rubenstein Forum at The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL 60615 Until 10/6/2026 1+ years exp First posted August 7, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships.


At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact.


Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property:

The David Rubenstein Forum is a University-wide facility for scholarly and academic discourse on campus. The venue supports and promotes inquiry, the open exchange of ideas, and the power of academic, interdisciplinary convening. The Forum is located at the intersection of East 60th Street and Woodlawn Avenue. It serves as a place where scholars gather and exchange ideas through activities that range from talks and workshops to multi-day conferences that span academic disciplines. The facility provides spaces and amenities that are not currently available on campus, including highly collaborative, well-appointed meeting and event rooms commensurate with the types of conferences, special events, workshops, and meetings that University faculty and academic departments host. The building has a sustainable design target of LEED Gold.

What you will have an opportunity to do:

BASIC FUNCTION:

A server assistant is responsible for supporting their assigned servers and/or sections within the restaurant. This includes, but is not limited to, the clearing and setting of tables in a timely manner, filling water, replenishing water, retrieving condiments, serving bread & butter, running food, and other tasks needed to assist the team.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year restaurant experience
  • Pleasant personality
  • Proper posture and professional body language
  • Excellent communication skills Proficient in English

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Work in tandem with the restaurant team, particularly assigned servers
  • Run food from the kitchen to the assign guest and table
  • Clear tables as needed. Reset with proper linen napkin, china, silver and glassware
  • Provide water and bread throughout the meal to the guest
  • Complete opening and closing side work
  • Provide quick and attentive assistance to any mishap in the restaurant
  • Keep work area neat and clean
  • Be familiar with all property amenities, hours of operations, etc.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Respond to any reasonable task as assigned by supervisor or manager
  • Help out in other areas of the restaurant as needed

What are we looking for?

Compensation:

$15

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$15

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

About this role

Summary

Assist servers by clearing, setting tables, serving bread, and supporting restaurant operations.

Job title

Server Assistant

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

Chicago, IL; on-site work only

Salary

$0k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationprofessional body languageproper posture

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

restaurant servicefood runningtable clearingguest assistance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site
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