Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Job Description
Miru is a distinguished Japanese restaurant located on the 11th floor of the St. Regis Chicago, offering breathtaking views of the Chicago River and Navy Pier from its two terraces and elegant dining room. Known for its sophisticated ambiance and exquisite culinary offerings, Miru serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant's menu highlights a variety of sushi, sashimi, and raw selections from the sushi bar, complemented by sharable dishes such as tempura, skewers, and fried rice, alongside an impressive array of wagyu and seafood options. This unique blend of authentic Japanese flavors, stunning vistas, and refined hospitality makes Miru a... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a bakery or pastry kitchen preferred
- Availability to work flexible hours including weekends
- Ability to stand, walk, and lift moderate weights for extended periods
- Strong communication skills
- Capability to follow detailed instructions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment
- Willingness to comply with safety and sanitation standards
- Team player attitude
- Physical ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in a bakery or pastry kitchen preferred
- Basic knowledge of pastry preparation techniques
- Ability to follow recipes and special instructions accurately
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and presentation
- Familiarity with food safety and sanitation guidelines
- Team-oriented mindset
- Ability to learn and adapt quickly
Job Duties
- Prepare, produce and present pastries or baked goods and/or desserts 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
- Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
- 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
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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