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Are you looking to share your talents at a fun, vibrant, and award-winning restaurant?

Saravá is hiring! If you're outgoing, professional, and have the drive to please our outstanding customer base, fill out an application today! Fax it to 216.295.2446 or apply in person Monday-Thursday between 2-4 p.m. No phone calls please.

Server

Be the primary source of information for guests as to our food and beverage offerings
Provide friendly, responsive service to create an exceptional dining experience
Have at least 1 year of experience in similar service atmosphere
Must possess wine knowledge and be able to suggest and serve bottles of wine properly
Must be at least 21 years of age
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver trays of food frequently, weighing up to 35 pounds
Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a point-of-sale system

Bartender

Take beverage orders from guests and servers
Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks consistent with the restaurant's standard drink recipes
Record drink orders accurately and immediately after receipt into the register system
Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the bar including counters, speed rails, sinks, utensils, shelves, and storage areas. Wipes liquor bottles daily.
Learn food menu to be able to answer questions and explain all items in detail; making appropriate recommendations to customers
Must have at least 1 year of experience in similar service atmosphere
Must be at least 21 years of age
Have working knowledge of beer, wine and liquor, and common drink recipes
Possess basic math skills and have the ability to handle money and operate a cash register
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
Be able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds

Busser

No previous restaurant experience required
Have working knowledge of the predominant language(s) of our guests
Be able to lift, reach, bend, and stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Remove used tableware between courses, crumb tables, and provide tableware for next course
Clear tables after guests leave. Take tableware to dishroom and place silverware, dishes, glassware, etc. in appropriate areas for washing
Between seatings promptly clean table tops, chairs and booths; check floor and clean as required; reset and arrange tabletop

Host/Hostess

Welcome and warmly greet guests on arrival
Manage the efficient and timely seating of our guests to a table that best serves their wishes
Check coats during colder-weather months; work on outdoor patio during warm-weather months
Answer phones promptly and courteously, taking reservations, answering questions about hours of operation and directions, etc.
Learn the computerized reservation system, Open Table, and utilize properly
Previous restaurant experience preferred, but not required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Be able to working in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in the predominant language(s) of our guests
Must have exceptional grooming habits and personality

Line Cook

Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking
Perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates
Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
Prepare item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning, and/or marinating
A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
Be able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

Prep Cook

Cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads, and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the Daily Prep List
Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment
Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range, and refrigeration equipment
A minimum of 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen personnel
Be able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)

Dishwasher

Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans, and cooking equipment
Keep the dishroom and equipment clean and organized
Wash and store all tableware and kitchenware
Bag and haul dishroom trash to dumpster at designated times
Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss
Clean food preparation and production areas as required, as well as restrooms and guest areas
No previous restaurant experience required
Be able to work in hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time
Be physically able to lift, reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)

Management Staff

Our management team is the heart and soul of what makes us able to carry out our vision for outstanding hospitality, and memorable dining
We are always looking for the best in the industry: front-of-the-house managers, bar managers, kitchen managers, and catering managers, catering sales staff
If you have a passion for this industry, contact Sergio Abramof, at sergio@sergioscleveland.com to arrange a meeting to discuss your future