Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.60 - $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
Miru, a distinguished Japanese restaurant situated on the 11th floor of the iconic St. Regis Chicago, offers guests an unparalleled dining experience with breathtaking views of the Chicago River and Navy Pier from two terraces and an elegant dining room. This sophisticated restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, specializing in authentic sushi, sashimi, and various raw selections carefully prepared at the sushi bar. The menu is diverse and thoughtfully curated, featuring sharable dishes such as tempura, skewers, and fried rice, alongside an exquisite selection of wagyu beef and fresh seafood. Miru embodies the essence of fine dining with its commitment... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Good communication skills
- Ability to operate kitchen tools and equipment safely
- Ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
- Willingness to work in a crowded and fast-paced environment
- Reliable and punctual work ethic
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous kitchen or line cook experience is a plus
- Ability to read and comprehend recipes and follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to multitask effectively in a high-pressure environment
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Team-oriented attitude and willingness to collaborate
- Basic knife skills and safe equipment handling
Job Duties
- Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or 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
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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