Bar Prep

Harri; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Harri is hiring Bar Prep staff at Crying Tiger in Chicago. This non-tipped role involves preparing cocktail ingredients and maintaining inventory. Candidates must be 21 years or older and able to thrive in a busy kitchen environment.

The position offers a range of benefits, including Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance and a commitment to mental health & wellness. Successful applicants will receive comprehensive training.

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Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift materials for entire shifts.
• Experience with advanced bar techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare syrups, mixes, and garnishes for cocktail menus.
• Maintain and organize cocktail ingredients and recipes.
• Comply with safety and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Advanced bar preparation methods

Food safety standards

Effective communication

Multitasking

Ability to lift heavy items

Recipe reading

Tools

Sous vide equipment

Immersion blender

Centrifugal juicer

Hydraulic juice press

Job description

We’re hiring people to join our team as BAR PREP staff!

PLEASE NOTE: All applicants for this role must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.

• TIME: Between 12 noon - 2pm
• WHERE: Open Call will be at 51 W. Hubbard (Crying Tiger)

If you are under 21, we encourage you to apply for other open positions without this requirement.

This is a non-tipped position within our prep team

A Few of OurBar PrepBenefits:

• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

Crying Tiger is the celebrated new Southeast Asian concept from James Beard Award Finalist Chef Thai Dang (HaiSous) and Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants. Located in the heart of River North, Crying Tiger was recently named #1 on Chicago Magazine’s Hot List and has earned accolades from Eater, Time Out, and The Infatuation. Our culinary program explores the vibrant flavors of Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and Southeast Asia, featuring a world-class beverage program by Partner Kevin Beary (of Three Dots and a Dash and Gus' Sip & Dip) and desserts by Netflix’s School of Chocolate winner, Executive Chef Juan Gutierrez. Join a team dedicated to excellence in one of Chicago’s most talked-about new openings.

Caring. Creative. Careers.

Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team.

EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

Bar Prep will prepare basic and advanced ingredients, syrups, mixes,batches and garnishes for cocktail menuitems, using advanced bar preparation methods; organize and maintain library ofcocktail recipes, and rotate and restock inventory of cocktail liquors andingredients.

Essential Functions

• Prepare basic andadvanced ingredients, syrups, mixes, batches and garnishes for cocktail menuitems according to recipes and/or special requests efficiently and effectivelyensuring minimum waste
• Effectively andefficiently use advanced bar preparation methods, including but not limited to sous videand automatic mixers, immersion blender, centrifugal juicer andhydraulic juice press
• Anticipate and calculate future syrup needs and communicate with thechefs and management teams regarding ordering ingredients for syrups
• Ensurecocktails are transferred to kegs for proper storage
• Readand follow recipes to ensure consistent production, and organize and maintainlibrary of digital and hard copy cocktail and garnish recipes
• Organize,maintain, rotate and restock inventory of cocktail liquors, ingredients,syrups, mixes, batches and garnishes in proper cabinets, coolers or storageareas
• Ensureproper product rotation, utilization and inventory to ensure minimum waste
• Safelytolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaningsolutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
• Maintainfood safety and quality standards
• Correctlyand efficiently read a thermometer
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedureand special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelinesand procedures
• Work a variety of hours, days andshifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively use and operateall necessary tools and equipment, including knives andjuicers
• Effectively communicate in order toperform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Multitask calmly and effectively in abusy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space ofvariable 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 liftup to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entireshift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may includestairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow all rules, policies, proceduresand conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be ateam player