Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
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 with a California influence, known for showcasing the culinary artistry of Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson. With locations in Chicago and Austin, Aba offers an innovative menu that blends Mediterranean flavors with a modern approach to cooking. The restaurant also features a curated beverage program emphasizing spirits and rare wines from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, creating a unique dining experience that highlights the depth and diversity of Mediterranean cuisine.
Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a leading restaurant group recognized nationally for its commitment to great food, exceptional... Show More
Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a leading restaurant group recognized nationally for its commitment to great food, exceptional... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous cooking or kitchen experience preferred
- Ability to work various shifts including weekends
- Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to multitask under pressure
- Willingness to work in crowded and variable temperature environments
- Ability to follow written and spoken instructions
- Commitment to food safety and sanitation
- Teamwork and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a food preparation or line cook role preferred
- Ability to follow recipes and portion controls accurately
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to read and understand thermometers
- Team player with a positive attitude
Job Duties
- Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
- Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
- Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
- Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure
- 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
- Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
- Maintain food safety and quality standards
- Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
- Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
- Maintain menu item counts and communicate to management and service staff when quantities fall below restaurant specific minimum quantity
- Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
- Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
- Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
- 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)
Job Location
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