Seasonal Team Member – Restaurant

Join Loves Travel Stops & Country Store as a Seasonal Team Member in our restaurant location in New Baden. We're hiring immediately for a full-time seasonal position where you'll deliver exceptional customer service and help keep our guests satisfied in a dynamic, fast-paced restaurant environment.

About the Role

As a Seasonal Team Member in our restaurant, you'll be at the heart of guest experience, working alongside a dedicated team to maintain high service standards. This is a hands-on position that offers the flexibility to work seasonal hours while developing real skills in hospitality and food service. We're actively seeking team members who are ready to make an impact and potentially transition into year-round positions based on performance and business needs.

What You'll Do

• Greet guests warmly and seat them promptly in our dining area
• Take food and beverage orders accurately and efficiently
• Deliver meals and drinks with attention to quality and presentation
• Maintain clean, organized dining spaces and workstations throughout your shift
• Answer questions about menu items and make recommendations when requested
• Process payments and handle cash or card transactions
• Respond to guest needs and resolve concerns with professionalism
• Support kitchen and back-of-house staff as needed during busy periods

What We're Looking For

• Strong interpersonal skills and genuine hospitality mindset
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant setting
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with your availability
• Basic math skills for handling transactions
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Team player mentality—comfortable collaborating with coworkers
• No prior restaurant experience required; we train the right attitude

Why Join Loves

We offer competitive pay between $15.00–$22.00 per hour, flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle, and real career development opportunities. This seasonal role is your chance to prove yourself and potentially move into permanent employment with a nationally recognized travel center and restaurant operator.

How to Apply

To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.