Fast Food Jobs in Berkeley, CA (NOW HIRING)

Curry Up Now is a rapidly growing Indian fast casual restaurant.  From our first food truck in 2009 to 5 trucks at the present time along with 3 Brick & Mortar stores and an ultra cool bar, we are in the midst of some pretty cool growth.  Our next store opens in San Jose later this year.  We are already the largest purveyor of Indian Street Food in the US and are primed for growth in 2015 and beyond...

Our food and concept is fresh, fast and bursting with flavor.   We offer contemporary food menus along with a large Gluten-Free, Vegan & Vegetarian menus. 

At this time, we are hiring for our restaurants in San Francisco, San Mateo and Palo Alto.

We are looking to fill the following positions:

• Cashiers/Host
• Shift Leaders
• Team Leaders
• Expediter
• Food Runners

• Setting up restaurant for service 
• Greeting customers and taking food orders
• Running food to tables
• Customer service
• Light to Moderate cooking
• Consistently and accurately using company provided Check Lists
• Washing cookware and utensils and bussing tables throughout your shift (as needed)
• Cleaning equipment, floor, surfaces etc. throughout your shift (as needed)
• 2-3 Years of Food experience is a plus
• Food Safety Certificate is required
• Curry Up Now plans to cross-train all new employees, and wants candidates to know that previous work experience is not as important as a positive attitude

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be innovative, organized, efficient and able to prioritize multiple projects while working with a team
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of an organization
• Lift, Push, Shove up to 50lbs
• Strong work ethic and self-starter who is a team player and comes with a can-do attitude
• Ability to present self professionally at all times
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with a strong ability to multi-task
• Ability to work creatively, independently and with a strong attention to detail
• Dedication to providing exceptional customer service
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff and the general public.  Spanish is a plus
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude at all times
• Ability to keep an open and objective view
• Ability to listen empathetically and be respectful at all times
• Ability to communicate assertively
• Ability to maintain composure and stay focused
• Ability to maintain personal integrity
• Ability to communicate with employees and guests
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment, and work under pressure and meet deadlines

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. This job description reflects the job content at the time of writing and will be subject to periodic change in light of changing operational and environmental requirements. Such changes will be discussed with the job holder and the job description amended accordingly. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel which may include overtime, weekends and holidays. The employee will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by a manager or Head of Department/Division. The employee will actively follow CUN policies including Equal Opportunities policies and will maintain an awareness and observation of Fire and Health & Safety Regulations.