Job Overview
The Lead Line Cook / Baker is a vital team member responsible for executing the daily menu with precision and consistent quality. Working in a kitchen that serves our bustling café, you will play a key role in upholding our commitment to excellence, efficiency, and hospitality. We are looking for a highly organized and motivated craftsperson who takes pride in their stations and finished products.
Duties
Culinary Execution & Quality:
- Execute all café recipes accurately and consistently, ensuring every dish meets our high standards for presentation, portioning, and taste.
- Manage and expertly run your station as a Lead Line Cook or Baker depending on your shift assignment. As a Lead line Cook you will expertly handle the Griddle, Sandwich, and Salad Prep/Plating during service hours, ensuring fast, accurate, and high-quality output. As a Baker you will expertly prepare bakery recipes ensuring a high-quality product and timely distribution.
- Collaborate with the Lead Baker and Kitchen Manager on food prep needs during down time.
Operational Excellence:
- Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked station at all times; set up and break down the station efficiently before and after service. (and in between rushes!)
- Assist with large-batch prep work (e.g., vegetable breakdown, dough mixing) as assigned, ensuring ingredients are stored and labeled correctly.
- Manage inventory and communicate ingredient shortages to the Lead Baker or Kitchen Manager proactively.
Hospitality & Teamwork:
- Embody our Hospitality-Driven Mindset by maintaining a proactive, positive, and professional attitude toward all colleagues and leaders.
- Support a healthy BOH environment by communicating clearly and assisting other stations as needed to manage flow and overcome challenges.
Compliance & Safety:
- Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and hygiene standards (HACCP/ServSafe) in the preparation and handling of all food products and equipment.
Skills
A successful Line Cook will combine technical skill with a strong sense of team responsibility:
- Technical Skill: Proven experience as a Line Cook/ Prep Cook/ Baker in a high-volume café, restaurant, or scratch kitchen environment.
- Passion for Consistency: Deep appreciation for detail and the ability to execute recipes flawlessly, prioritizing quality over speed without sacrificing efficiency.
- Expert Organization: Exceptional ability to maintain a highly organized and efficient workspace under pressure.
- Team-First Attitude: Reliability, timeliness, and a genuine willingness to support teammates and adapt to changing service demands.
- Commitment to Excellence: A desire to grow, learn new techniques, and contribute positively to our culture of hospitality and craftsmanship.
Shop Hours: 7am-5pm Monday-Saturday, Closed Sunday
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
