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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

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 Mediterranean restaurant that beautifully blends the rich flavors of the Mediterranean region with a California influence. With locations in Chicago and Austin, Aba is renowned for its innovative culinary approach, spearheaded by Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson. The restaurant is passionate about offering a unique dining experience where modern Mediterranean cuisine is complemented by an exceptional beverage program featuring spirits and rare wines from lesser-known Mediterranean regions. Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises, a nationally recognized company with over 100 restaurants known not only for their outstanding food and service but... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
available to work evenings, weekends and holidays
ability to stand and walk for entire shifts
ability to lift up to 50 pounds
effective communication skills in English
ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
basic computer skills for handling reservations and phone systems

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
previous experience in a customer service or hospitality role preferred
strong communication and interpersonal skills
ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
proficiency in using reservation and telephone systems preferred
knowledge of food allergy procedures and service standards is a plus
ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
teamwork and collaboration skills

Job Duties

Warmly greet and seat guests in the restaurant
answer telephones and take orders, messages and reservations
be 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
communicate in English 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
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
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 restrictions
comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
successfully complete alcohol awareness training
follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment
get along well with others and be a team player
other duties assigned as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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