Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $20.00
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
Crying Tiger is an exciting new restaurant slated to open later this year at 51 West Hubbard Street in Chicago's vibrant River North neighborhood. It is the latest culinary venture from James Beard Award Finalist Chef Thai Dang, who is acclaimed for his work with HaiSous Vietnamese Kitchen, and the esteemed Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants group. The restaurant's innovative menu draws inspiration from the rich and diverse flavors of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and surrounding regions, promising guests a unique and authentic dining experience. Kevin Beary, a well-known beverage director and partner with credentials including Three Dots... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail in food presentation
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment is a plus
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to work effectively in a team setting
- Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines is beneficial
- Basic physical fitness to handle standing and lifting requirements
- Willingness to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Promptly deliver food to the correct guests according to table and position numbers
- Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
- Safely and effectively transport food or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
- Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment
- 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
- 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
- Read and check each order for any special instructions and/or restrictions before taking it out of the kitchen
- Confirm that each order has the appropriate preparation, plateware, garnish, presentation, necessary serving utensils and is complete before taking it out of the kitchen
- Communicate any food concerns to the Coordinator
- Communicate and follow up on any guest request or concern
- 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
- 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)
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