Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $26.00 - $46.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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 distinguished Mediterranean restaurant that combines authentic Mediterranean flavors with a California influence, offering a unique and modern culinary experience. With locations in Chicago and Austin, Aba is led by the acclaimed Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, who brings creativity and innovation to the restaurant’s menu. The restaurant prides itself on its commitment to quality, featuring rare spirits and wines from underrepresented Mediterranean regions in its beverage program. As part of the Lettuce Entertain You team, Aba benefits from being part of one of the most renowned restaurateurs in the nation, with over 100 restaurants... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous bartending experience preferred
- ability to stand and walk for long periods
- ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally
- availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- ability to safely handle beverages and bar equipment
- ability to communicate clearly in English
- must be at least 18 years old
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous bartending experience preferred
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
- knowledge of beverage preparation and cocktail recipes
- proficiency with POS systems and cash handling
- strong customer service orientation
- ability to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
- basic math skills for handling transactions
- ability to maintain a clean and organized bar area
- ability to recognize and manage intoxicated guests responsibly
Job Duties
- Prepare and serve beverages to guests according to recipes
- stock/restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies
- available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- effectively service a full bar top, cocktail station, and dining room orders
- safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
- 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
- effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
- 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 frequently, 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
- responsible for the security and reconciliation of the bar cash drawer
- recognize an intoxicated guest, refuse to overserve guests and seek out management with any concerns about a guest that appears intoxicated
- accurately record and account for all items ordered, process payments, and account for and balance all sales/receipts in compliance with restaurant policies and procedures
- understand and respond knowledgeably to questions about the restaurant and menu
- use sales techniques and present and encourage current promotions to guests
- follow all steps of service
- understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
- proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the POS system and Frequent Diner, Gift Card and Credit Card terminals
- 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
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Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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