Production Specialist -Bar and Main Dining Room

Job Description

Job Description

Chicago is the historical powerhouse of American beef, and when Hawksmoor found out about an actual powerhouse building, it felt like fate. So, after years of dreaming,  set out eyes on coming to Chicago and found ourselves a home.

The LaSalle Street Cable Car Powerhouse is a beautiful, designated landmark, initially opened in 1887, in the heyday of Chicago’s cable care system. We restored some of the original features to their former glory and, at the same time, breathed new life into the space.

We are seeking productions specialist for the bar and main dining room to join our team.

Work somewhere awesome:

Careers with Hawksmoor Group are among the best – generous pay and benefits, award-winning restaurants, unrivalled career opportunities and some of the happiest people in the business (as voted by the people who work here). The Sunday Times has recognized us in their Best Companies awards as one of the top 100 companies to work for in the UK and we endeavor to do the same in the US.

As a Hawksmoor Production team member, you play a key role in the smooth and successful operation of the bar and restaurant. You are responsible for consistently delivering Hawksmoor’s standards of quality and ensuring all prep, batching, and bar production runs efficiently and our main dining rooms are set up for success. Working closely with the wider bar team, you help make sure every drink is ready, batches are at peak quality, and the bar is fully prepared for service as well as ensuring the main dining rooms are set up for service.

Hawksmoor is proud to be an inclusive workplace that welcomes everyone and lives by its values. 

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Prepare and maintain batches, garnishes, and all bar prep to ensure seamless service and high-quality drinks.
• Take ownership of the prep area, keeping it clean, organized and fully stocked throughout service.
• Ensure enough prep and batches are ready to last through service (including 375ml and 750ml bottles) to prevent stock-outs.
• Maintain Hawksmoor quality standards in all batches – taste everything and ensure consistency and excellence.
• Support the bar team to ensure all drinks are delivered efficiently and at peak quality.
• Ensure the main dining rooms are set up for service.

Team Engagement & Culture

·       Embody Hawksmoor’s values with a positive, proactive, and professional attitude.

·       Seek out, welcome, and act on feedback from peers and managers.

·       Support other team members during prep, service, and breakdown and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

·       Show genuine care for both the team and the overall guest experience.

·       Debrief and hand over prep notes and updates to the next shift via work chat and verbal communication.

Health & Safety

·       Adhere to all allergy awareness, cleanliness, and food safety procedures.

·       Complete all required training and consistently uphold hygiene standards.

·       Ensure all homemade ingredients, spirits, and tools are stored correctly, labeled, and cleaned.

·       Follow all opening & closing checklists to maintain a safe and compliant bar and prep area environment.

Operational Standards

·       Manage time effectively to support team priorities and daily operational needs.

·       Compile non-consumable orders for management as required.

·       Receive and correctly store bar deliveries.

·       Understands and follow stock rotation and storage procedures.

·       Recognize how errors affect both guest experience and the wider business.

·       Complete tasks from the weekly cleaning schedule and assist with extra duties as requested by managers.

·       Actively work to reduce waste and improve efficiency behind the bar.

·       Comply with lateness and absence policies.

Purpose & DEIB

·       Use inclusive, respectful language and treat everyone with empathy and fairness.

·       Be knowledgeable about Hawksmoor’s charity partners and sustainability goals.

·       Actively follow waste and recycling initiatives.

·       Understand ingredient sourcing and the significance of Hawksmoor being a B Corporation.

Physical and Mental Demands

·       Mobility: Must be able to move continuously around the dining room, kitchen, and bar areas during the shift.

·       Lifting & Carrying: Occasionally lifts and carries trays, plates, and items weighing up to ~ 25 to 30 lbs.

·       Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with guests, kitchen staff, and management.

·       Cognitive: Ability to process guest requests, manage multiple tables simultaneously, and prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. 

·       Work Environment: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moderate to loud noise levels consistent with a high-volume restaurant. The pace is fast and requires multi-tasking under pressure.

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