
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Aba is an acclaimed Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, set to open a new location in Nashville's Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood in Summer 2025. This venue represents the fourth expansion for Aba, with existing successful locations in Austin, TX, and Chicago, IL. Known for its vibrant, fresh flavors inspired by California and Mediterranean cuisines, Aba offers a unique dining experience that appeals to a wide range of customers looking for innovative menus and welcoming atmospheres. At the helm is Top Chef Alum Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, whose culinary expertise and creative vision have helped establish Aba as a standout dining establishment... Show More
Job Requirements
- 2-3 years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant
- ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff
- culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds
- excellent communication skills
- must be eligible to work in the United States
Job Qualifications
- 2-3 years of sous chef experience in a full-service restaurant
- ability to lead and manage the kitchen staff
- culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
- strong leadership and communication skills
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- experience with inventory and food cost management
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- proficiency in menu planning and recipe development
- team-oriented mindset
- problem-solving skills
Job Duties
- Run BOH shifts and ensure effective and efficient BOH shifts and operations including food prep and cooking
- ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies
- supervise the kitchen, dish and all other BOH teams
- Lead BOH pre-shift meetings and participate in line, temp and cooler checks and food tastings for the shift
- Partner with GM and/or designated managers/chefs to regularly review and maintain recipe books
- Perform regular line checks throughout the day to ensure quality of all menu items
- Purchase and order food product and supplies for the restaurant including daily product order
- Assist with tracking and controlling food cost
- Ensure effective communication of food production and timing issues, needs, and special requests between front of house (FOH) and BOH
- Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
- Model and promote teamwork across all teams
- Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
- Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
- Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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