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  • Open Positions 9
  • Bartender
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    Hourly - In Person

    $20 - $35

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    We ask that applicants have 2 years prior serving and bartending experience. Applicants should be diligent, capable of multitasking, comfortable talking with people, deligating, leading, and able to work as a team. We ask that you are able to follow and create cocktail recipes and train others on said recipes.  Precision is extremely important.  Must be able to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining food knowledge and making their guests happy!  In depth knowledge of wines is a must and Mixology is a plus.  Applicants are encouraged to apply online, but will be asked to come into the restaurant for an in-person interview.  Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, approximately 2:45-10:00 or later. Part time or full time available. Average pay is around $20-$30/hour after factoring in nightly tips and tip-out from servers.

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  • Expeditor
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    Hourly - In Person

    $16 + Tips

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    Chris McD's is looking to hire a permanent service expeditor! This individual will be the conduit between the kitchen and the service staff, ensuring a smooth and effective nightly service. Must have prior serving experience to be considered, and expediting experience is preferred. Responsibilities include: calling tickets, organizing checks, observing timing of courses, garnishing plates, and using effective communication. Should be able to multitask, think quickly on your feet, and use fast and effective communication to direct others around them. This position will be paid an hourly rate of $16, with a nightly tip-out. Hours are approximately 4:00-9:30, Wednesday-Saturday. **This is NOT a serving position!**

    Responsibilites include:

    • Ensure kitchen orders are prepared in a timely manner.
    • Check the orders for accuracy
    • Serve as liaisons between cooks, waiters and customers.
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  • Line Cook
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    Full Time - In Person

    $15 - $19

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    We are looking for a professional Line Cook to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. Line Cook duties will consist of assisting the executive and sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

    Responsibilities

    • Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
    • Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
    • Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
    • Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
    • Clean up station and take care of leftover food
    • Stock inventory appropriately
    • Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
    • Comply with sanitation regulations and safety standards
    • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

    Requirements and skills

    • Proven cooking experience, including experience as a Line Chef, Restaurant Cook or Prep Cook
    • Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
    • Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
    • Familiar with industry’s best practices
    • High school diploma
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  • Server
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    Hourly - In Person

    $15 - $25

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    Preference will go to candidates with upscale, fine dining, or wine bar experience.  Should have prior knowledge and experience interacting with tables including but not limited to a table approach, general conversation, recommending items or pairings, and taking payment. Our servers are expected to have extensive menu knowledge and a good knowledge of wine and spirits. To join our team, you should have a desire to work in a fast-paced enviornment, to make yourself and those around you better, and to provide immaculate food and service to our guests on a nightly basis. If you think this could be a good fit for you, we would love to meet you!

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  • Assistant Manager
    Accepting Applications

    Part Time - In Person

    Compensation is not specified

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    Acts as the manager on duty when General Manager is not present. On a daily basis, this person will handle the bulk of private event bookings and coordination, as well as some of the booking for the main dining room. This position will rely heavily on knowledge of our menu, and the ability to quickly and competently navigate our POS systems and computer systems, and their integration. Must have FOH serving expperience, kitchen or management experience is preferred. Full and extensive paid training will be provided.

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  • Dishwasher
    Accepting Applications

    Hourly - In Person

    $13 - $18

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    Dishwasher Job Responsibilities:

    • Maintains a clean kitchen, properly washes and sorts soiled dishes, and preps foods as needed. Keeps dish area free of clutter and organized.
    • Sets up dish stations, including dish machines and sinks.
    • Maintains clean / dry floors throughout the shift.
    • Properly washes, stacks, and stores china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers.
    • Changes water of machines and sinks every two hours, or more often as required by business levels, and properly uses chemical dilutions set by EcoLab.
    • Assists in the timely storing of food deliveries.
    • Maintains trash cans throughout shift and removes full trashcans and boxes at the end of each shift.
    • Maintains the dry storage area and the organization of storage shelves.
    • Follows the posted daily dish cleaning duties.
    • Assists in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the chef as needed.
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  • Food & Beverage Manager
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    Full Time - In Person

    $25 - $29

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description
    Chris McD's Restaurant and Wine Bar is currently looking for a General Manager/Front of House Manager. This position is full time, five days a week, with starting pay based on experience. Approximate full time schedule, and training schedule, is as follows. Applicants not able to work the following schedule weekly will not be considered.
     
    Tuesday 1:30-5:00, Wednesday 1:00-11:30, Thursday 1:00-11:30, Friday 1:00-11:30, Saturday 1:00-12:00.
     
    Chris McD's is an established restaurant and trend-setter in Mid-Missouri, which has been open for thirty-two years. The dining room seats 100 guests, with an additional 40 seats in the bar. We also feature a private dining room/additional seating for up to 55 people, and a newly added back patio with seating for 50. We are a silver account Certified Angus Beef member, serving only Choice or Prime rated steaks, as well as fresh seafood and local ingredients. We are known for having above average service and food, and are consistently rated as one of the finest dining establishments in Columbia.
     
    The right candidate will ensure efficient restaurant operation, as well as maintain high production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards. You’ll oversee the dining room, check-in with customers and balance seating capacity. We’ll expect you to lead by example to uplift our staff during busy moments in our fast-paced environment.
     
    Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    • Coordinate daily Front of the House and and communicate with Back of the House
    • Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
    • Continuously touching tables and getting to know guests
    • Respond efficiently and accurately to customer complaints
    • Regularly review product quality and research new vendors
    • Organize and supervise shifts
    • Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity
    • Estimate future needs for goods
    • Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
    • Manage restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it
    • Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste
    • Promote the brand in the local community through word-of-mouth, restaurant events, and social media
    • Train new and current employees on proper customer service practices
    • Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations
    • Oversees opening and closing tasks and balances daily and nightly cash drawers.
    Qualified applicants MUST have fine dining experience and previous experience in management. Applicants should have knowledge of wines, experience with point of sale systems (specifically Toast), inventory, Excel and Word, and familiarity with social media.
    Culinary knowledge or experience is not required but is helpful for this position.
     
    Please apply online via Indeed or StaffedUp, or in person at 1400 Forum BLVD Ste. 6.
     
    In-person interviews WILL BE REQUIRED for this position, as well as a lengthy training period with current management.
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  • Maitre d’/Host
    Accepting Applications

    Hourly - In Person

    $14 + Tips

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    This is the first face our guests see, professionlism is of upmost priority.  This role will greet and seat customers, service and bus tables as needed, staff interaction, oversight of reservations and turn times, general restaurant maintenance. Involves using the Toast and Tock POS systems, with thorough training.  Must be able to think on your feet, exude hospitality, and be a proficient problem solver.  Prior restaurant service is a must!

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  • Prep Cook
    Accepting Applications

    Part Time - In Person

    Compensation is not specified

    1400 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO
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    Job Description

    Entry level kitchen position, assisting kitchen staff in general food preparation and food safety.

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