Local Café Cook — Fast-Paced Community Kitchen

Swamp-Rabbit-Cafe-and-Grocery; Riverside (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher wages on Sundays/holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA contributions

Paid Time Off

Sabbatical program

Swamp discount 30%

Employee Assistance Program

Bike share discount

Job summary

Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery is hiring for a kitchen and prep role focused on crafting fresh, local dishes with care. You will prepare ingredients, follow recipes, and help deliver meals for cafe and catering needs. A passion for local food and a customer‑first mindset are essential.

The position emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a positive attitude in a busy, community-driven environment with perks and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Must possess a passion for local food and telling its story.
• Must conduct oneself honestly, professionally, and respectfully.
• Must love people and provide excellent customer service.
• Able to take direction, work independently or in a team, and build relationships.
• Motivated, hardworking, and maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Pay attention to details, stay organized, handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Accurately executes SRCG recipes and prep lists to prepare high-quality food.
• Prepares ingredients using various techniques (slicing, dicing, breaking down meat).
• Uses knife skills and safe practices in a high-volume kitchen.
• Packages and labels cooked food for catering and cafe service.
• Assembles and packs menu items such as sandwiches, salads, and soups.
• Assists in order production and catering at peak times.

Skills

Local food passion

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Able to take direction

Job description

Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery is hiring for a kitchen and prep role focused on crafting fresh, local dishes with care. You will prepare ingredients, follow recipes, and help deliver meals for cafe and catering needs. A passion for local food and a customer‑first mindset are essential.

The position emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a positive attitude in a busy, community-driven environment with perks and a supportive team culture.