Maman Zari, a top new Chicago Restaurant for 2024, offers the first Persian Tasting Menu in the US and the menu changes every season, offering guests a new culinary experience. As part of the culinary team, you will be creating and shaping memorable dining experiences for our guests while expanding your culinary repertoire. Maman Zari is an intimate (38 seat) fine dining tasting menu with exacting standards.

We are seeking talented, motivated, professionals for the hot line and garde manger. We offer training in Persian cuisine and you bring your organization skills, dedication, passion, creativity, and the ability to persevere through challenging services while constantly striving to maintain the highest standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Including, but not limited to the following:

• Prepare ingredients then cook and plate dishes as indicated by recipes.
• Minimize waste to ensure cost control.
• Prepare all dishes in a timely manner by maintaining a properly stocked and clean workspace and meeting all prep time demands.
• Maintain a clean workspace, including equipment, tables and shelves.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with both coworkers and guests.
• Perform additional tasks as delegated by the sous and executive chef. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Understanding of cooking methods, procedures and knife skills.
• Ability to execute with accuracy, speed and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Must be highly organized and self-motivated.
• Ability to adapt and make decisions quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Must have proven cooking experience, including experience as a cook, chef or prep cook.

Please respond with a resume and cover letter expressing why you might like to join our team!