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In-Room Dining Order Taker (Part Time) - Pendry Chicago

Montage International · Chicago, IL · $23.50–$24.00 an hour · Part time

Posted Aug 26, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a job where you used a computer system to take orders or reservations.

What they are checking: Whether they can enter orders quickly and accurately in a point-of-sale system.

This is part time. What hours and days are you available?

What they are checking: Whether they can cover the hours when in-room dining calls are heaviest.

What would you do

A guest mentions a food allergy while ordering. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they record allergies clearly and make sure the kitchen knows.

How would you suggest a drink or dessert to a guest on the phone without being pushy?

What they are checking: Whether they can raise the check with natural, helpful suggestions.

How do you give a guest an honest delivery time when the kitchen is busy?

What they are checking: Whether they set realistic expectations instead of promising times the team can't meet.

A guest calls back upset that their order is late. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, check on the order and keep the guest informed.

Several lines are ringing at once. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage multiple calls politely without dropping anyone.

About the work

How would you answer the phone when a guest calls in-room dining?

What they are checking: Whether they have a warm, polished phone manner that fits a luxury hotel.

Walk me through how you take an order so the kitchen gets it exactly right.

What they are checking: Whether they read the order back and capture modifications accurately.

What do you need to know about the menu to do this job well?

What they are checking: Whether they plan to learn ingredients and preparation so they can answer guest questions.

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The full job description

As published by Montage International.

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application. We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes. If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and apply for your application to be considered. Please Click Here to apply internally. At Pendry Chicago , It’s All Because of YOU! Telephone Sales Agent Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun.  At Pendry Chicago , we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry Chicago is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us. Your Leadership • Supports the In-Room Dining department and its staff by answering incoming calls and taking guests’ orders via phone or digital platforms and special requests • Provide menu recommendations, describe menu items, and address any guest inquiries regarding ingredients, allergens, or dietary restrictions • Accurately enter guest orders into the point-of-sale (POS) system, ensuring all special requests and modifications are correctly recorded • Coordinate with kitchen and service staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders, prioritizing based on guest preferences and timing requests • Upsell menu items, promotions, and special offerings to enhance the guest experience and increase revenue • Process payment transactions accurately, including cash, credit cards, room charges, and any applicable discounts or promotions • Assist with emails, ordering supplies, updating menu and information binders, guest amenity traces and set-up, as well as data entry and filing, and checking orders as they go out • Assist with keeping the office clean and organized • C lose out cash banks and pay out servers as needed • Deliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments • Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs About You • You enjoy order taking and assisting others • You have a passion for the food and beverage industry • You are personable and engaging • You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same • You are trustworthy and have integrity Must Haves • Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays • Ability to collaborate in a team environment • Basic communication skills • Food and beverage experience, a plus You will Enjoy • Free meals • Free uniforms and cleaning • Ongoing community outreach events • A ssociates’ events throughout the year • 401 [k] retirement plan with company matching • Hotel Discounts Physical Requirements • Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift • Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis At Pendry Chicago , we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location. The pay range for In-Room Dining Order Taker is $23.50-24.00 hourly. The pay scale is the base hourly range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Pendry reasonably expects to pay for the position. We offer an excellent benefits package for this role, which includes: 401[k] retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off (Sick Time), and hotel discounts. In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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