Cook- Hampden

Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401k with employer match

Job summary

Taziki's Café is actively hiring for a Kitchen Team Member to join its fast‑paced Denver kitchen. You will prepare fresh Mediterranean-inspired dishes daily, stock stations, and ensure top quality and safety throughout shifts.

No prior experience required; training is provided to help you learn knife skills, equipment operation, and proper food handling while you grow with the brand.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience preferred but not required – training provided.
• Proper knife skills.
• Ability to operate all necessary kitchen equipment.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and with the team.
• Strong work ethic with passion and urgency.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Flexible schedule.
• Professional attitude and respect for coworkers, the establishment, and the brand.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh food items daily and accurately.
• Set up and stock stations with supplies.
• Maintain menu and product knowledge.
• Manage orders efficiently.
• Prepare catering orders.
• Handle and store food properly.
• Maintain hygiene, uniforms, and appearance.
• Meet health department standards during each shift.
• Clean and maintain kitchen, dish, and prep areas.
• Perform opening/closing duties.
• Complete all course certifications for Kitchen Team Members.

Skills

Knife skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Flexible schedule

Professional attitude

Job description

Benefits Offered | Wage Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance options!
• Paid Time Off potential!
• 401k program with employer match!

We get it – you want a flexible job you’re excited about, co-workers you enjoy, and work you can be proud of. You can find that at Taziki’s. Experience is great, but not required – we can teach you everything you need!

Responsibilities

• Preparing fresh food items daily and accurately
• Set up and stocking of stations with all necessary supplies
• Menu and product knowledge
• Managing orders efficiently
• Preparing catering orders
• Proper food handling and storage of food products
• Maintaining proper hygiene, uniform, and appearance
• Maintaining health department standards throughout each shift
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen, dish, and prep areas
• Performing shift-side work to include opening and closing duties
• Completing all course certifications for Kitchen Team Members in our training platform

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experienced preferred but not required – we will train you!
• Proper knife skills
• Ability to operate all necessary kitchen equipment
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with the team as necessary
• Strong work ethic with passion and urgency
• Dependable and reliable
• Work flexible schedule
• Professional attitude and respect for coworkers, the establishment, and the brand

All Employees Must

• Understand and abide by all company standards and policies (provided in your handbook)
• Obtain a Food Handler’s card shortly after beginning employment

Your Working Conditions / Hours

A typical work day at Taziki’s may look like:

• Morning shift - 8am - 4pm
• Evenings - 4pm - 10pm
• Weekends - when applicable
• Holidays - when applicable (always CLOSED Thanksgiving & Christmas!)

*Hours will vary by store.

You’ll work in a typical restaurant kitchen environment which includes but is not limited to using equipment such as a flattop and char grill, oven, slicer, mixer and food processor.

Your Physical Requirements

• Prolonged Standing
• Bending
• Stooping
• Twisting
• Lifting/ Carrying up to 30 pounds
• Cooking

Company Overview

Taziki's Café is a fast‑casual restaurant brand with more than 90 locations in 17 states. Our menu is Mediterranean‑inspired with a Southern flair, and our mission is to create an environment that combines modern Mediterranean fare with meaningful human connection. We are a family of big-hearted foodies committed to making an impact in our communities!

Taziki’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer