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We’re hiring based on attitude, potential, and alignment with our values, not just resumes!


ongoing team roles

We’re always looking for great people to join our core hospitality and retail teams. These roles are essential to the welcoming, high-quality experience we aim to deliver every day:

  • Servers

  • Hosts

  • Bartenders

  • Kitchen Staff

  • Carryout Team

  • Mercato Support Staff

If you’re kind, dependable, and excited to be part of something rooted in family, food, and community, we’d love to meet you.

core hospitality and retail

Events & Banquet Manager

Full-time · On-site | Rockford & Loves Park, IL

Lino’s has quadrupled its event space, and we’re looking for a detail-oriented, energetic Events & Banquet Manager to lead the charge. This role oversees the planning, staffing, and execution of all in-house events—from banquets and weddings to seasonal gatherings—with the opportunity to grow into banquet sales and leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee banquet/event execution at State Street, Riverside, and The Shed
- Lead 4 category leads and manage cross-functional coordination
- Handle staffing, client communication, and event logistics
- Support banquet sales growth and client relationship building

Qualifications:
- Experience in education, hospitality, or event logistics preferred
- Strong communication, time management, and team leadership skills

Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience and performance
- Paid time off, flexible scheduling, and family-focused benefits
- Meal benefits, supportive culture, and opportunities for growth

Leadership Roles

Retail Manager – The Mercato

Full-time · On-site | Loves Park, IL

The Mercato is a boutique container marketplace featuring local artists, makers, and merchants. We’re looking for a Retail Manager who can ensure smooth day-to-day operations while supporting vendors, assisting events, and helping create a seamless guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate daily vendor support, open/close duties, and retail flow
- Maintain inventory, signage, shared supply needs, and site upkeep
- Assist with onboarding vendors and ensuring compliance
- Support events and community activations
- Training and overseeing staff

Qualifications:
- 2+ years of retail or operations management experience
- Passion for supporting small business and a clean, welcoming space
- Excellent multitasking, communication, and accountability

Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience and performance
- Paid time off, flexible scheduling, and family-focused benefits
- Meal benefits, supportive culture, and opportunities for growth