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Cicero, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $17.00 - $24.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Job Description

Aba is a distinguished Mediterranean restaurant influenced by the vibrant flavors and culinary traditions of California. With prominent locations in Chicago and Austin, Aba is celebrated for its innovative menu crafted by Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson. His modern approach to Mediterranean cuisine combines fresh, authentic ingredients with creative culinary techniques to offer guests a unique dining experience. The restaurant's beverage program is equally impressive, highlighting spirits and rare wines sourced from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, which complement the fare and enhance the overall dining ambiance.

Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a renowned hosp... Show More

Job Requirements

Ability to communicate in English
able to move and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
ability to stand and walk for an entire shift
available to work varied hours, days and shifts including weekends
willingness to complete alcohol awareness training
ability to work in confined and crowded spaces with varying noise and temperature levels

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
previous experience in hospitality or customer service roles is a plus
excellent communication and interpersonal skills
ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
familiarity with restaurant reservation and telephone systems is advantageous
basic understanding of food allergy procedures
ability to stand and walk for extended periods
strong teamwork and collaboration skills
commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences

Job Duties

Warmly greet and seat guests in the restaurant
answer telephones and take orders, messages and reservations
available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
safely and effectively move chairs, tables, highchairs and booster seats
safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
ability to communicate in English in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
multitask calmly and effectively
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
assist with clearing, cleaning and resetting tables and maintain restrooms
sell and accurately account for gift cards
use proper phone and voicemail etiquette and guidelines
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 and 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)

Job Location

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