Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
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, boasting locations in both Chicago and Austin. Known for its modern approach to Mediterranean cuisine, Aba is led by Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, whose culinary expertise brings a unique and contemporary flair to traditional Mediterranean dishes. The restaurant's beverage program features an impressive selection of spirits and rare wines sourced from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, enhancing the overall dining experience. Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprise, a nationally recognized company with over 100 restaurants celebrated for exceptional food, service, and a positive work environment.... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items up to 50 pounds
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced and sometimes noisy environment
- Basic reading skills to understand safety and sanitation procedures
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Commitment to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience in a restaurant or food service environment preferred but not required
- Knowledge of sanitation and safety procedures
- Ability to operate industrial dishwashing equipment
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to follow directions accurately
- Good physical condition to meet the demands of the job
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Job Duties
- Operate and utilize the dish machine and cleaning supplies
- Wash, sanitize and dry all kitchen utensils, equipment and other items placed in the dish area or as requested by management and staff
- Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
- 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
- Maintain a pace sufficient to prevent back up of dirty dishes, glasses, etc.
- Return and restock all items to appropriate area after washing and sanitizing procedures are completed
- Ability to read a thermometer
- Maintain dishwashing machinery and communicate any potential issues to management
- Identify cleaning supplies and notify management when running low
- Assist with general cleanliness of the back of house and restrooms
- Empty garbage (checking for restaurant supplies) and keep garbage areas clean and covered
- 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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