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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $30.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)

Job Description

Aba is a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, boasting locations in both Chicago and Austin. The restaurant is renowned for its modern approach to Mediterranean cuisine, crafted by Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson. Aba's menu features a variety of innovative dishes inspired by Mediterranean flavors, while its beverage program highlights rare spirits and wines from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, offering guests an authentic and unique dining experience. Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You organization, a nationally recognized hospitality group with over 100 restaurants committed to excellent food, outstanding service, and supportive working environments.
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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in hospitality or bar service preferred
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy items regularly
  • Capable of standing and walking for long shifts
  • Flexible availability including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently
  • Commitment to delivering excellent guest service

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a bar or restaurant setting preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Good physical stamina
  • Ability to adhere to safety and sanitation standards
  • Team player mindset

Job Duties

  • Stock/restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies
  • Arrange and set-up beverages, mixes, garnishes and supplies, and prepare drink mixes
  • Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
  • Safely and effectively transport filled glass racks, ice and cases of liquor, beer and wine
  • Ability to safely tolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaning solutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
  • Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives and blenders
  • Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
  • Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
  • Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
  • Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
  • Ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests' needs
  • Greet guests with a warm, sincere smile
  • Use tact and good judgement when dealing with guest challenges and respond to guest needs with patience and courtesy
  • Safely and properly change beer kegs, CO2 tanks and soda dispensers
  • Manually wash and sanitize glassware using a three compartment sink
  • Account for and maintain the security of all bar stock and inventory
  • Ability to recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated
  • Understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
  • Follow all steps of service
  • Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
  • Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
  • Successfully complete alcohol awareness training
  • Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
  • Get along well with others and be a team player
  • Other duties will be assigned as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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