Server - Land & Lake Cafe Evanston Evanston, IL | LM Restaurant Group Land & Lake Cafe is looking for experienced, hospitality-driven Servers with Barista experience to work busy weekend shifts. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing floor team at a neighborhood destination known for quality food, thoughtful service, and bottomless mimosas. Key Responsibilities Guide guests through an elevated menu with confident, accurate descriptions and thoughtful pairing suggestions Deliver warm, attentive, and detail-oriented service from greeting through farewell Anticipate guest needs—table maintenance, pacing, and dietary accommodations—without being asked Use genuine, creative upselling to enhance the guest experience and support sales Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked section throughout service Complete opening and closing side work efficiently and support fellow team members as needed Communicate effectively with management, kitchen, and front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service Qualifications 1+ years of serving experience in a high-volume restaurant required Experience with Barista duties Experience with Toast preferred Food Handler's, Allergen, and BASSET certifications within 30 days of employment Open availability, including mornings and weekends Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds Polished, professional presence and excellent verbal communication Why Join LM Restaurant Group Work alongside a skilled, service-focused team Opportunity to grow within a respected Chicago hospitality group Culture built on quality, hospitality, and professionalism

Pay:

From $9.25 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Application Question(s): Are there any days and times you can NOT work?

Experience:

Serving:

1 year (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person