Polisher - Tao Restaurant Chicago

• Perform all assigned pre-shift duties and closing duties as detailed in your pre-shift/closing checklists
• Move furniture as directed by management, including but not limited to tables, chairs, bar stools, banquettes, bar tables, boxes, equipment, etc.
• Clean the tools and work surfaces you use (black cloths, sinks, shelves and surfaces, cupboards, etc.)
• Wash and polish glasses, china and silver to specified standards, put glass and china stocks away and ensure that any breakage is reported and recorded at the end of every shift using the breakage form provided; handle glassware carefully
• Clean tables, chairs, restaurant floors, walls, woodwork, furniture, shelves, inside and outside of side stations and any other areas of the restaurant as specified on your checklists thoroughly and on a daily basis
• Attend pre-shift briefings and any scheduled meetings as directed by management
• Ensure the closing cleaning procedures are followed and cooperate with the team in completing the bar’s end of shift duties
• Perform daily and weekly cleaning duties to specified standard and in accordance with the assigned cleaning schedule
• Use all chemicals in accordance to OSHA regulations and Company requirements
• Restock server stations with cutlery, silverware, plates, glasses, chopsticks, etc.
• Clean, and sanitize china, silver to specified standards.
• Other related duties as necessary
• Perform all assigned duties as detailed in your opening and closing checklists
• Ensure that all the necessary stock is being replenished during the shift

IN ADDITION TO THE AFOREMENTIONED ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, THE POSITION WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING LEADERSHIP QUALITIES:

• Judgment
• Dependability
• Guest satisfaction
• Productivity
• Quality of work
• Verbal communication
• Adherence to Policy
• Working relationships
• Teamwork
• Punctuality
• Development
• Attitude
• Job skills knowledge
• Accountability
• Appearance

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Possession of/or ability to possess a valid state/ venue
• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

WORKING KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Sanitation and safety
• Inventory and stock rotation
• Work any day of the week and any shift
• Proper lifting techniques
• Six (6) months related experience required. Familiarity working in high volume nightclub, kitchen, bar, lounge and/or restaurant
• Guest relations

SKILLS:

• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment, and work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to listen empathetically and be respectful at all times
• Ability to work as a team, stay organized, handle various projects at one time, follow up and make accurate decisions
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to maintain composure and stay focused
• Ability to maintain personal integrity
• Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff, clients, and the general public
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude at all times
• Ability to keep an open and objective view
• Must have strong problem- solving skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Must be able to push and lift up to 150 lbs.
• Must be dexterous and able to participate in all service aspects.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Must be able to print legibly for guests to read
• Must be observant and quick to respond to various situations
• Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend, climb and carry as necessary
• Ability to talk, hear, taste, and smell
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to read the computer monitors
• Ability to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls
• Must have good positive energy to make it through the day
• Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the office and/or venue

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter, while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Hours may be part-time (less than 30 hours per week)
• Work varied shifts to include days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Schedule could exceed 30 hours per week and may include overtime when approved by management
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds and smoke, the severity of which depends upon guest volume
• Nightclub, bar, pool and/ or lounge environment
• Work indoors and/or outdoors, exposed to hot and/or cold surfaces, steam, and wet floors
• Fast paced, high volume, high energy
• Involves constant public contact