Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.00 - $24.00
Work Schedule
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 Mediterranean restaurant with a unique California influence, offering a vibrant dining experience in its Chicago and Austin locations. Led by Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, Aba showcases a modern take on Mediterranean cuisine, blending traditional flavors with innovative twists. The restaurant prides itself on its carefully curated menu and an exceptional beverage program that highlights spirits and rare wines from lesser-known Mediterranean regions. Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You team, a renowned hospitality group with over 100 nationally recognized restaurants that are celebrated not only for exceptional food and service but also... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience as a line cook or in a related culinary position preferred
- ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays
- capacity to stand and walk for entire shifts
- physical ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
- competency in using kitchen tools and equipment safely
- ability to communicate clearly in English
- willingness to work in fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environments
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous line cook experience preferred
- knowledge of food safety practices
- ability to work well under pressure
- effective communication skills
- ability to follow detailed recipes and instructions
- strong multitasking abilities
- teamwork and interpersonal skills
Job Duties
- Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and 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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