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They provide excellent guest experiences by lending their expert hospitality knowledge to develop enriching guest experiences. This is a full-time position paid hourly. Candidates must be willing to work five days a week (40+ hours per week), but open availability is preferred.\nA concept founded by Chef Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas, Alinea has been globally praised for its molecular gastronomy techniques and innovative approach to modernist cuisine, pushing boundaries in a multi-sensory dining experience.It has also been named the Best Restaurant in the World by Elite Traveler, the Best Restaurant in North America by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, and the Best Restaurant in the U.S. by Gourmet and Business Insider. 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