Full-Time Grill / Prep Cook – Mediterranean Restaurant – Uptown Chicago
Company
Assad’s Mediterranean Bites
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
16.60–17.50 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Job descriptionFull-Time Grill / Prep CookAssad’s Mediterranean Bites4605 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640Inside Uptown Shop & Save – Uptown ChicagoJob type: Full-timePay: Starting at $16.60-$17 per hourAbout usAssad’s Mediterranean Bites is a small, fast-paced takeout restaurant in Uptown Chicago serving fresh Mediterranean food. We are looking for a dependable, hardworking Grill / Prep Cook who is c
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