Plant-Based Hot & Cold Line Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen

Life Alive; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Yoga

Mental Health Support

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Career Development

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Life Alive Organic Cafe in Burlington, MA is hiring a Back of House Prep Cook to join our plant-forward kitchen. You will master hot prep, craft soups and batters, and help keep our hot and cold lines clean and efficient during peak service.

We value teamwork, energy, and a genuine passion for wholesome ingredients. Full-time role with health benefits, yoga perks, and ongoing culinary education within a supportive, sustainable workplace.

Qualifications

• Thrives in a high-volume kitchen and maintains focus under pressure.
• Physical dexterity for reaching, grasping, and precise knife work.
• Lifts and carries items weighing 50+ lbs.
• Able to stand for 8+ hours daily.
• Able to walk up and down stairs.

Responsibilities

• Masterfully execute hot prep tasks, crafting soups, sauces, and batters.
• Prepare and simmer hot menu components to quality standards.
• Maintain hygiene and organization on the hot line.
• Keep the cold line clean and organized.
• Monitor hot station inventory to optimize flow.
• Deliver consistent quality and speed to meet ticket times.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Knife skills

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Plant-based interest

Job description

Life Alive Organic Cafe in Burlington, MA is hiring a Back of House Prep Cook to join our plant-forward kitchen. You will master hot prep, craft soups and batters, and help keep our hot and cold lines clean and efficient during peak service.

We value teamwork, energy, and a genuine passion for wholesome ingredients. Full-time role with health benefits, yoga perks, and ongoing culinary education within a supportive, sustainable workplace.