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Round Rock, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $17.00 - $24.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Restaurant Discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job Description

Aba is a renowned Mediterranean restaurant located in Music Lane, downtown Austin, with additional locations in Chicago and Miami. The name 'Aba' means 'father' in Hebrew, symbolizing warmth and tradition. The restaurant is well-known for its unique fusion of Mediterranean cuisine with a California influence, helmed by Chef CJ Jacobson whose contemporary approach shines through in every dish. The beverage program at Aba is equally impressive, featuring an exquisite selection of spirits and rare wines sourced from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, promising a distinct dining experience that combines authenticity and creativity. Aba is part of the Lettuce Entertain You organization, a... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
previous experience in customer service or hospitality preferred
ability to communicate in English
ability to stand and walk for extended periods
physical ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
willingness to work varied shifts including weekends
completion of alcohol awareness training
ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
adherence to company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

Experience in a customer service or hospitality role
ability to communicate effectively in English
proficiency in handling phone and reservation systems
effective multitasking skills
knowledge of safety and sanitation guidelines
completion of or willingness to complete alcohol awareness training
ability to work flexible hours including weekends
teamwork and interpersonal skills
physical ability to handle required lifting and mobility tasks

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/restrictions
proficiency in the use and operation of all necessary tools and equipment, including the reservation, telephone, paging and voicemail systems
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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