Salad Bar Prep Cook & Attendant
Sunflowers and Greens | Easton, MD
A Unique Front & Back of House Opportunity
Do you enjoy both preparing great food and engaging with guests? Are you equally comfortable behind the prep table and in front of customers providing exceptional service?
Sunflowers and Greens is seeking an energetic, food-focused team member to join our growing concept as a Salad Bar Prep Cook & Attendant. This unique hybrid role combines culinary preparation with customer service, making it ideal for someone with experience as a server, line cook, prep cook, deli associate, or food service professional.
Your day begins in the kitchen preparing fresh proteins, vegetables, toppings, and house-made ingredients for service. Once the doors open, you'll transition to the guest-facing side of the operation, building beautiful salads, assisting customers, and delivering a welcoming experience.
If you're passionate about fresh ingredients, healthy food, and creating memorable guest experiences, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do Morning Prep Responsibilities
- Prepare proteins including grilled chicken, pork, shrimp, and other featured offerings
- Wash, cut, and prepare fresh vegetables, fruits, and salad ingredients
- Prepare house-made dressings, toppings, and specialty items
- Set up and stock the salad bar for daily service
- Ensure food quality, proper rotation, and adherence to food safety standards
Service Responsibilities
- Welcome guests and guide them through menu options
- Build custom salads and signature creations with speed and attention to detail
- Portion and serve proteins and toppings according to recipes
- Process dine-in and takeout orders accurately
- Maintain an attractive, clean, and fully stocked salad bar throughout service
- Deliver friendly, professional customer service that keeps guests coming back
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a server, prep cook, line cook, deli associate, caterer, or food service team member
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
- Passion for fresh food, produce, nutrition, and presentation
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Why Join Sunflowers and Greens?
- Consistent daytime schedule
- No late-night restaurant hours
- Opportunity to develop both culinary and customer service skills
- Growth and cross-training opportunities
- Employee meals and team discounts
- Supportive, positive work environment
- Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients every day
Ideal Candidate
This position is perfect for someone who enjoys the best of both worlds: preparing great food in the kitchen and interacting with guests on the service line. If you're looking for a role that combines culinary skills with hospitality, this could be the perfect fit.
Apply today and help us create fresh, healthy, delicious experiences for our guests every day!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Application Question(s):
- Do you know your lettuce, what is in the Mediterranean Mixed Salad?
- Name our greens served at the salad bar.
Ability to Commute:
- Easton, MD 21601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Easton, MD 21601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
