Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
Job Details
You’ll be responsible for prepping, setting up, and cooking menu items and specials while keeping quality and presentation on point. This role also includes keeping your station clean, organized, and up to proper sanitation standards. Part time work, mostly Friday through Sunday between the hours of 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Requirements
To do well in this role, you should be comfortable handling all core kitchen duties and working in a fast-paced environment. Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Strong attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
- Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and follow through
- Calm under pressure with good problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working on tight timelines during service
- Good coordination and ability to handle a variety of ingredients and tools
- Awareness of quality using sight, smell, taste, etc.
- Ability to read and follow recipes
- Comfortable working independently when needed
- Team-oriented and easy to work with
- Able to stay professional and composed in a busy kitchen
- Flexible schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays)
- Able to communicate clearly in English (spoken and written)
Responsibilities
- Follow all health and sanitation guidelines
- Use and maintain kitchen equipment properly and safely
- Stay up to date on kitchen procedures and standards
- Check in with chefs about prep, volume, and any changes for the shift
- Keep your station clean, stocked, and organized throughout service
- Prep and cook menu items according to recipes and standards
- Help manage prep levels and reduce waste
- Keep food costs in check by minimizing waste and staying organized
- Bring dirty pots and pans to the dish area as needed
Work Environment
- You’ll be working in a hot kitchen environment
- It can get loud during service
- Expect to be on your feet most of the shift, using your hands, moving around, and multitasking
If this sounds like a good fit and you’re passionate about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Send over your resume and a quick note about why you’d be a great addition to the team.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($19.00 - $23.00)
Required Skills
Strong Organizational Skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Attention to Cleanliness and Sanitation
Team Collaboration Skills
Ability to Work Collaboratively With Chefs and Kitchen Staff
Adaptability to Changing Situations
Physical Stamina and Endurance
Time Management Skills
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Medi Kitchen & Cocktail is a Mediterranean restaurant located in the heart of Lincoln Park’s Restaurant Row. Our culinary journey is an exploration of traditional Lebanese-inspired dishes with a modern twist, each crafted from the family recipes of Helen and Hermiz Younan who immigrated from Lebanon. Together they have created a menu of shareable plates, each celebrating the diverse flavors that have made this cuisine a global favorite.
To complement the menu, our team has crafted a collection of cocktails that harmonize with the Mediterranean palette, offered alongside a regionally inspired wine and beer list. Our space is a reflection of the region's cultural richness, with Middle Eastern-inspired decor seamlessly blending with contemporary accents. Be it a special occasion, date night, or a casual gathering, Medi Kitchen & Cocktail provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable moments. Join us soon to experience the warmth of our hospitality, the comfort of our cuisine, and the pride in our culture that's reflected in all we do.
