Support (Wait Assist, Barback, Food Runner)

Young Joni is looking for talented support!

Young Joni is a nationally acclaimed restaurant located in the heart of Northeast Minneapolis, celebrated for its wood-fired cuisine, innovative cocktails, and dynamic atmosphere. With a focus on high-quality ingredients, excellent service, and a deep connection to the community, Young Joni has become a beloved destination for food lovers and a leader in the Minneapolis restaurant scene.

Overview:
Support team members are responsible for assisting all front-of-house team members in the service of guests to create a vision and values aligned experience for everyone. They must be knowledgeable about the general mechanics of service and the nuances of how service flows, and able to stay focused and agile in a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant setting. 

Key Responsibilities
Assist Direct Service Employees to produce smooth service - focus on table maintenance and turns, guest space cleanliness, running food and beverages, keeping necessary service items stocked, noticing where support is needed and helping out
Teamwork - engages with teammates and management to meet shared goals and expectations
Health and Safety - complies with policies that protect the team and environment

Core Competencies
Agility: takes in information, prioritizes, and quickly shifts focus to accomplish changing goals
Clear Communication: expresses self well and understands others to create clarity
Organization: has reliable systems that allows them to effectively prioritize, multitask, and meet expectations in a timely manner
Flexibility: shares and is open to feedback; can take and give direction to find creative solutions
Problem-solving Skills: consistently makes sound decisions with and without support

Related Qualifications

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for long periods, lift and carry items up to 40lbs, and work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Age Requirement: Must meet the legal age requirement to serve alcohol, where applicable

What we have to offer:
Young Joni is part of Vestalia Hospitality, which is a group of small, neighborhood restaurants that make a big impact on the lives of our guests and teams. We value our team member's time, energy, and skills in a variety of ways that aim to meet their external and internal needs, including:

• Compensation package for this role includes: $15.97 plus eligible to receive tips, Earned Sick and Safe Time up to 48 hours, 401k with company match (subject to eligibility)
• Access for all team members to free mental health and other support from qualified professionals through our Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on food at Young Joni and Vestalia’s other restaurants
• An organization that cares about the well-being of its team members, guests, and community
• A supportive environment that encourages curiosity and compassion
• Opportunities for professional growth within the organization

Are you interested?  Apply by filling out our online application or come to the restaurant to apply.  

We're excited to learn more about you! 

165 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis 55413

Young Joni is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.  We seek applicants who value diversity and inclusivity. Women, BIPOC, and Members of the LGBTQIA+ community of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply.