Cook – Oakley Taproom

MadTree Brewing Co.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transparent compensation

401(k) with company match

Free mental health support

Paid volunteer time

Regular gift cards for food and beverages

Cross-training opportunities

Nature-inspired workspaces

Job summary

A Cincinnati-based brewery is seeking a Cook to enhance guest experiences by preparing high-quality and flavorful dishes. You will play a key role in the kitchen by ensuring food quality and presentation meets our standards. The ideal candidate should have a positive mindset, be adaptable to kitchen organization, and actively participate in community-building efforts. Availability on week nights and weekends is required. Join us in creating memorable experiences while connecting with nature and each other.

Qualifications

• Must have week night and weekend availability.
• Understand and follow recipes consistently.
• Know Serve Safe standards for food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items including pizzas, nachos, and salads.
• Ensure quality standards for food freshness and presentation.
• Deliver warm and welcoming experiences to all guests.
• Communicate with team members throughout your shift.
• Work in various areas of the kitchen as needed.

Skills

Recipe Reading

Kitchen Organization

Positive Mindset

Community Building

Job description

You are interested in joining a trusted and innovative Cincinnati-based brand that is committed to doing good with growth opportunity. You interested in being a part of a team that cares about their people, about creating exceptional guest experiences, and about being a positive force in the community.

• ✓ Transparent compensation — $16/hour plus tips
• ✓ 401(k) — with company match company-wide
• ✓ FREE mental health support — 8 in-person/video sessions + unlimited text-based therapy
• ✓ Paid volunteer time annually + company-wide Community Impact Day
• ✓ Enjoy what we create — Regular gift cards for MadTree food, beverages, and merch
• ✓ Continued growth — Cross-training opportunities across hospitality operations
• ✓ Nature-inspired workspaces — Designed to connect people to nature and each other
• ✓ Face-to-face humanity — Real human connection, not screen isolation
• ✓ A team that gives a f*ck — People who are passionate and genuinely care

About MadTree Brewing

When MadTree sprouted in 2013, we were driven to craft great beer - but more importantly - to build something bigger than ourselves and the high-quality beer we produce. Since the beginning, we have cared deeply about creating meaningful connections with our communities. We embrace our name MadTree and work to celebrate and protect nature , while reducing our impact on the environment. MadTree is a B Corp certified company and proud member of 1% for the Planet with a commitment to donate 1% of sales to local, sustainable nonprofits. The craftspeople at MadTree wake up every day to connect people to nature and each other.

We are MadTree. Inspiring Madness. Rooted in Purpose.

MadTree is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that inspires madness while being rooted in purpose. We offer a competitive compensation package plus great benefits like subsidized health insurance, a retirement plan with a match, free mental health therapy visits, paid time off, and many other great perks.

Candidates for this role MUST have some week night availability and weekend (day/night) availability.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Cook, you will directly impact the guest experience through delivering high-quality food that exceeds expectations in presentation and flavor. As the heartbeat of the kitchen team, you will drive the efficiency of food service operations through the preparation and execution of our diverse menu. You will also be an avid MadTree Brewing Company ambassador who lives out our behaviors of… Connect, Grow, and Give a F*ck.

POSITION

Cook

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing & cooking a variety of menu items, including pizzas, nachos, sandwiches, salads, and shareable foods, to fulfill individual guest and private event orders.
• Delivering consistent and quality food, upholding the kitchen's quality standards & procedures for each menu item for freshness, taste, and presentation.
• Delivering a warm and welcoming experience to all guests; facilitating all guest requests and needs, and resolving any guest concerns or issues.
• Communicating with your fellow cooks, dishwashers, food runners and leadership throughout your shift and on the line to ensure everyone is on the same page and working together.
• Working in all areas of the kitchen, including prep, pizza line, salad/fry, expo; as well as occasionally working the dish pit and running out food, if necessary.

Skills that will help you to be successful within this role…

• Recipe Reader: you understand how to read and follow a recipe for continued consistency in guest product.
• Kitchen Organization: you understand Serve Safe standards and procedures for food preparation and storage.
• Positive & Helpful Mindset: you have an upbeat attitude and a strong willingness to assist others in order to exceed expectations.
• Community Builder: you play a vital role in planting a better community in the workplace and beyond, by actively participating in volunteer events and projects that give back.