Kitchen and Prep Staff

Craftworx Taproom; Bristow (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CraftWorx BBQ and Brews in Bristow, VA, is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to join our culinary family. You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates bring prior food service experience, strong teamwork, and excellent communication to ensure guests receive outstanding service. Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or hospitality is required.
• Knowledge of food handling practices and culinary techniques is a plus.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with team members and guests.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping, measuring, and portioning.
• Cook menu items to CraftWorx BBQ and Brews' quality standards.
• Follow recipes and procedures to ensure consistency.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
• Follow all food handling and safety guidelines to ensure a safe dining experience for guests.
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including washing dishes and bussing tables.
• Assist in food storage, labeling, and inventory management by assisting with stock rotation and ordering supplies as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure timely service.
• Support the culinary team for catering and special events, ensuring timely service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Food service experience

Job description

Bristow, United States | Posted on 06/24/2025

District BBQ in Bristow is becoming CraftWorx BBQ and Brews (sister restaurant to CraftWorx Taproom in Gainesville), and will be serving up authentic smoked BBQ alongside an impressive selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. We pride ourselves on delivering delicious food, a great drink menu, and exceptional customer service in a welcoming atmosphere.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Team Member to join our culinary team. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering exceptional food service and hospitality to our guests. You will assist in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about food and enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen setting.

Duties

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping, measuring, and portioning.
• Cook menu items to CraftWorx BBQ and Brews' quality standards.
• Follow recipes and procedures to ensure consistency.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
• Follow all food handling and safety guidelines to ensure a safe dining experience for guests.
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including washing dishes and bussing tables.
• Assist in food storage, labeling, and inventory management by assisting with stock rotation and ordering supplies as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure timely service.
• Support the culinary team for catering and special events, ensuring timely service.

Join us as a Kitchen Team Member and be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in delivering outstanding culinary experiences!

Requirements

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or hospitality is required.
• Knowledge of food handling practices and culinary techniques is a plus.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with team members and guests.
• A passion for cooking and a desire to learn more about the culinary field.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.