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Three Dots and a Dash
Chicago, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/10/2026

We're hiring people to join our team as BAR PREP staff!
PLEASE NOTE:All applicants for this role must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.

If you are under 21, we encourage you to apply for other open positions without this requirement.

This is a non-tipped position within our prep team


A Few of OurBar PrepBenefits:

  • Restaurant Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
  • Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
  • Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Domestic Partner Benefits
  • 401(k)

With a secret alleyway entrance, Three Dots and a Dash is a speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar-ready to transport you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Crane and Don the Beachcomber. Descend underground to discover a subterranean hideaway filled with Polynesian artifacts, a rum-soaked menu of more than two dozen classic, modern and original tropical cocktails and a selection of Polynesian-inspired bites.



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Bar Prep will prepare basic and advanced ingredients, syrups, mixes,batches and garnishes for cocktail menuitems, using advanced bar preparation methods; organize and maintain library ofcocktail recipes, and rotate and restock inventory of cocktail liquors andingredients.

Essential Functions

  • Prepare basic andadvanced ingredients, syrups, mixes, batches and garnishes for cocktail menuitems according to recipes and/or special requests efficiently and effectivelyensuring minimum waste
  • Effectively andefficiently use advanced bar preparation methods, including but not limited to sous videand automatic mixers, immersion blender, centrifugal juicer andhydraulic juice press
  • Anticipate and calculate future syrup needs and communicate with thechefs and management teams regarding ordering ingredients for syrups
  • Ensurecocktails are transferred to kegs for proper storage
  • Readand follow recipes to ensure consistent production, and organize and maintainlibrary of digital and hard copy cocktail and garnish recipes
  • Organize,maintain, rotate and restock inventory of cocktail liquors, ingredients,syrups, mixes, batches and garnishes in proper cabinets, coolers or storageareas
  • Ensureproper product rotation, utilization and inventory to ensure minimum waste
  • Safelytolerate hands being exposed to liquids frequently, including water, cleaningsolutions, alcohol, various juices and other liquids
  • Maintainfood safety and quality standards
  • Correctlyand efficiently read a thermometer
  • Understand and follow the food allergy procedureand special orders/restrictions
  • Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelinesand procedures
  • Work a variety of hours, days andshifts, including weekends
  • Safely and effectively use and operateall necessary tools and equipment, including knives andjuicers
  • Effectively communicate in order toperform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
  • Multitask calmly and effectively in abusy, stressful environment
  • Work in a confined, crowded space ofvariable noise and temperature levels
  • Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds,frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or liftup to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for an entireshift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may includestairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

  • Follow all rules, policies, proceduresand conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
  • Get along well with others and be ateam player
  • Other duties will be assigned as needed


Salary : $20 - $25

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