Working Iowa: Kickstand & Czech Town Station look to grow team

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Two restaurants in ‘The District’ area of Newbo and Czech Village in Cedar Rapids are hiring. Both Kickstand and Czech Town Station are looking to grow their team.

The lively atmosphere of Czech Town Station in Czech Village is something customers can enjoy, as well as the staff.

“We’re always coming up with new flights, always coming up with something that’s, you know, not like the next place trying to set the curve on making new and exciting,” said Owner Desiree Gallagher.

Gallagher also owns Kickstand in Newbo which sees excitement of it’s own, especially during nice weather.

“We are open all year round at Kickstand now, but with going into patio season, our seating goes from about 60 to 300. So, we are looking for the college kids. We’re looking for experienced bartenders. We’re looking for the people that just need a little extra cash, the people that want to work in the summer,” Gallagher said.

She cross-trains staff between both restaurants and workers are sent where they’re most needed.

“If it’s busy at one place and it’s slow at the other, someone can come over from the slow place. Cross-verse, either way, and help each other out,” Gallagher explained.

Those looking to apply can stop by Kickstand or Czech Town Station to fill out a paper application.

“I like to try to pride myself on being a big team atmosphere. It’s fast pace. It’s a lot going on and a lot, a lot, and a lot, a lot. So, we like to try to encourage always having team players and working as a team,” Gallagher said.