Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Albi / Arabic for ‘my heart’ is the acclaimed debut restaurant from chef/owner and James Beard award winner Michael Rafidi. Opened in February 2020, Albi has received continued local and national attention, earning mentions on Best New Restaurant lists by Eater, Robb Report, and Esquire, Eater DC Restaurant of the Year in 2021, and earning a Michelin star in 2022
Chef Rafidi takes inspiration from his family’s roots in the Levant region, bringing to the table an experience that melds the ancient tradition of the region’s coal-fired cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients and a refined culinary acumen.
The heart of the restaurant is Albi's wood-burning hearth, and the Hearth Table which guests can reserve for Chef Rafidi's Sofra - a semi-improvisational tasting menu - and an intimate view of the open kitchen.
We are seeking individuals who have the desire to combine a tireless appetite for knowledge with a high level of anticipation & awareness to add to our growing team.
The verbiage I used is: Albi/YELLOW offers excellent benefits including group health insurance (eligible after 60 days), 401k (eligible after 1 year), and opportunities to evolve with the company.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of cooking technique
- Passion for cooking with local ingredients
- Run a station during service in an organized manner
- Communicate effectively
- Maintain the high standards of cleanliness and organization throughtout all areas of the kitchen
- 2+ years experience
Benefits:
- 100% Company-paid medical benefits
- Paid sick leave
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Educational opportunities
- Certifications
- Dining Discount at YELLOW + Albi
Competitive pay based on experience.
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Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($65,000.00 - $75,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Knowledge of Cooking Technique
Teamwork
Passion for Cooking With Local Ingredients
Time Management
Running a Station During Service in an Organized Manner
Attention to Detail
Effective Communication
Adaptability
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ARABIC FOR "MY HEART,"
Albi presents chef/owner Michael Lee Rafidi's contemporary vision of Middle Eastern cooking as seen through the lens of Modern American techniques and Mid-Atlantic ingredients.
For his first solo restaurant, chef Rafidi draws inspiration from his roots in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan, as well as influence from the Levant and North Africa, bringing to the table an experience that melds ancient culinary tradition with the refined hand and artful plating that has earned him widespread acclaim.
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