Line Cooks Needed (Downtown DC.)

Job Description **Day availability 7 days a week** The Restaurant Server/Bartender ensures that patrons have an enjoyable dining experience by providing quality service, a professional approach and answering questions about the menu and daily specials. The Restaurant/Bar Server is responsible for taking food and drink orders from patrons, deliver orders to the kitchen and bar, serving food and drinks, and removing dinnerware from the table in a timely manner. The Restaurant Server works closely with other wait staff and the kitchen staff to ensure the restaurant is operated efficiently. The Bartender mixes and serves alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks to patrons at bar and in the restaurant. He/she plays a major role to make the guest’s dinner and/or bar experience equally enjoyable. The Bartender is organized, able to think and act quickly and effectively while ,retaining self-composure. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Greet and/or acknowledge guests immediately and let them know you are there to take care of them. Inform guests of daily specials and menu changes. Answer questions about our food, beverages and other restaurant functions and services. Take orders from guests and enter order on point-of-sale system. Deliver food and beverages from kitchen and bar to guests in a timely manner. Check identification of customers to verify age requirements to purchase alcohol. Monitor and observe guests and ensure they are satisfied with the food and service. Provide proactive beverage refills. Pre-bus tables as needed. Maintain a guest focus while performing duties. Respond promptly and courteously to any request. Prepare final bill and present check to guest. Accept payment and process through the POS system. Thank guests for their visit and invite them to return. Attempt to limit problems and liability related to customers' excessive drinking by taking steps such as persuading customers to stop drinking. Ask customers who become loud and obnoxious to leave, or call Security to remove them. Perform side work during each shift as required by service station assignment. Perform all catering side work as assigned. Attend to all needs of the guests during functions and function related duties. Must follow all details as described on Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s). Must be able to set tables to specifications, carry trays, and have excellent customer service experience. Must be able to lift up to 35 lb. and stand/walk for the duration of a shift. Maintain clean and stocked service and dining areas. Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glass, tableware and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through dish machine. Prewash soiled dishes, wash pots, pans and trays by hand. Assemble/disassemble dish washing machine. Sort and stack clean dishes, carry clean dishes to cook’s line and other proper storage areas. Sweep/mop floors and clean other surfaces. Remove trash and garbage and take to the dumpster. Be able and learn shift opening and closing procedures. Comply with local Health Department and food safety guidelines CA certificates. Take orders from customers at the bar and from servers. Check identification of customers to verify age requirements to purchase alcohol. Serve alcohol in accordance with military and government regulations. Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks; add sliced and pitted fruit for garnishing when needed. Serve drinks to guest at the bar or set for servers to pick up. Assist servers when needed. Arrange bottles and glasses to make attractive display. Clean glasses, utensils and bar equipment and maintain a clean service area. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively. Problem Solving - Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed. Cooperation - Exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations. Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information. Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Achievement Focus - Measures self against standard of excellence; recognizes and acts on opportunities. Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed. Comply with local Health Department and food safety guidelines. Refer to the Office of Environmental Health Services of West Virginia and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for additional regulations and as it pertains to food safety. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time; stays for the duration of scheduled shift. Stand for hours at a time. Lift 10-20lbs as needed to complete task. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Be present for the duration of scheduled shift. Initiative - Volunteers readily; seeks increased responsibilities; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed. Judgement - Makes timely decisions. Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; works quickly. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Line cooks needed, we have flexible schedules. Please have experience in a kitchen that cooks from scratch. We are starting at $20 per hour and can pay more if you are skilled and dedicated.

We are looking for full-time dishwasher (~40hrs per week). Experience is preferred but not necessary. Please leave your name and contact information to schedule an interview. Thank you.

Nobu, the world class Japanese restaurant owned by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert DeNiro and Meir Teper is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented HR/Office Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our restaurant by managing administrative tasks, payroll tasks, accounting tasks, HR tasks, and supporting various office functions. This position requires strong communication skills, proficiency in office software, and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. *You MUST have previous accounting experience for this role. Responsibilities: Accounting: Count & verify total cash deposit daily. File & maintain employee folders (I9s, onboarding docs, etc..) Oversee all government related tasks for employees Tax and Other Garnishments – Payroll First point of contract for all employee relations matters, handles investigations Support benefits admin (insurance enrollment, 401k, invoices/billing, etc..) Maintain employee Paycom profiles (forms, documents, terminations, etc.) Manage New Hire orientation and onboarding of all new hires Track PTO & attendance Employment Verification Support Worker’s compensation claims and communication Calculate employment status through Paycom benefits for benefit eligibility. Support recruiting efforts Assist employees with timecard discrepancies. Assist with employee inquiries regarding company policies File invoices and receipting Open enrollment (annually) Process FMLA and Workers Comp Reports. Produce employee related reports for Corporate HR Dept. Assist employees with DC PFL. Office Management Maintain all supply orders for office Coordinate with IT/Corporate for all technical needs Schedule interviews & meetings for management (notetaker) Record cash & tips in R365 & tip sheet daily. Prepare deposit bags for Loomis. Verify all cash on hand quarterly & report to corporate accounting department. File & maintain FOH Tip Sheet binder. Other duties as given by Manager Experience: At least 2 years in a similar role handling responsibilities listed above Experience with Paycom a plus, but MUST have HRIS/Payroll system experience Restaurant industry is preferred Proficiency in time management to effectively prioritize tasks throughout the day. Benefits: 30-40 hour work week Medical, Dental and Vision insurance offered Life insurance offered Employee sponsored AFLAC programs Employee dining discount offered 401k PTO Nobu is an equal opportunity employer.

Hog Haven Farm seeking help for its farmers market operation in the Merrifield and surrounding areas. We are a family run heritage hog farm who also vends hot food (made on-site breakfast sandwiches featuring the pork we raise) at multiple farmers market locations in the area (mostly weekend mornings) [www.HogHavenFarm.com]. We need both cooks and front-of-booth salespeople. Some kitchen and/or front house restaurant experience a plus, but will train the right candidates. Preference given to those comfortable in both the front and the back. Most shifts are weekend mornings, 4 to 6 hours per shift, at locations mostly in NoVa, some in DC and MD. Location you work from shift to shift will generally vary. Must have reliable transportation and be willing to go where needed. **Especially in need of those that have a vehicle (SUV or larger) and who can and are willing to carry supplies to and from the market (extra comp for this).** Preference also given to those willing to work some hours Friday afternoons and after the weekend markets at our Merrifield warehouse, helping to clean up and reset for the next day's markets. Compensation is starting base of $12.50 per hour, plus tips and commissions at the markets. For market hours will consistently take home $25+/hr (there is a 3 shift paid training period, base only). Worker discount also offered and 1 free sandwich per shift. Warehouse hours pay base+$1 (consideration for raises to base pay given to those that work at the warehouse sooner than to those working just at the markets). Please text or email and TELL US WHY YOU'RE A GOOD FIT , please no calls (we'd like to see a message that convinces us we should want to talk to you). Please further note that this is not an ideal position for someone who is unemployed or otherwise has nothing else going on during the week, as it is only part-time. We are looking for those that want a longer term part-time position and have an expectation to work at least through the market season. Position requires some training to do well, even for experienced individuals. *This is a W-2 position. Tax identification and full authorization to work in the US required.*

Hard Times Cafe, Springfield Small and local restaurant looking for a full or part time line cook. Flexible schedules. Mostly Night Shifts, limited days Health/ Vison/ Dental/ Life Insurance benefits available for Full time. Paid Vacation/Time off. Compensation: $19-$21/HR , depending on experience employment type: full-time/ Part-time Duties would include but are not limited to: Stocking and setting up the kitchen stations Preparing hot and cold food items correctly and to standard Upholding food sanitation and hygiene practices Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to specifications and timely Food and Beverage experience preferred but not necessary.