Plant-Based Prep Cook — Flexible Schedule, Free Yoga

Life Alive Cafe LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Yoga

Free Mental Health Support (full-time)

Health insurance (full-time)

Dental and vision coverage (full-time)

Education & professional development

Job summary

Life Alive Organic Cafe in Washington, DC is seeking a Part-Time Vegetable Prep Cook to join our plant-forward kitchen. On-site in the West End, you will master cold prep, assemble salads and bowls, and maintain a clean, efficient cold line while meeting ticket times.

Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle 50+ lb lifts is required; a flexible schedule and teamwork are essential. Health benefits and wellness perks are available for full-time staff.

Responsibilities

• Masterfully execute cold prep tasks, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning of peak-season produce.
• Assemble high-quality cold menu items, ensuring salads and grain bowls meet aesthetic and flavor standards.
• Uphold hygiene protocols to maintain a pristine cold line environment.
• Monitor and manage cold storage inventory to optimize kitchen flow and freshness.
• Deliver culinary consistency and speed to ensure meals meet target ticket times.

Job description

Life Alive Organic Cafe in Washington, DC is seeking a Part-Time Vegetable Prep Cook to join our plant-forward kitchen. On-site in the West End, you will master cold prep, assemble salads and bowls, and maintain a clean, efficient cold line while meeting ticket times.

Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle 50+ lb lifts is required; a flexible schedule and teamwork are essential. Health benefits and wellness perks are available for full-time staff.