Plant-Forward Prep Cook | Fast-Paced Kitchen & Flexible Schedule

Life Alive Cafe, LLC; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free yoga

Mental health support

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Education and professional development

Job summary

Life Alive Cafe, LLC is seeking a Back of House Prep Cook in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA. Join a plant-forward kitchen focused on wholesome ingredients and sustainable practices, delivering high-quality salads, bowls, and soups.

Responsibilities include cold and hot prep, inventory management, and maintaining a clean, efficient work environment during peak service. Full-time roles include benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced culinary environment.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs.
• Stand for 8+ hours daily.
• Willingness to support teammates during peak service.

Responsibilities

• Masterfully perform cold prep tasks: wash, peel, chop, and portion peak-season produce.
• Masterfully perform hot prep tasks: craft signature soups, sauces, and batters.
• Assemble high-quality cold menu items to meet aesthetic and flavor standards.
• Prepare and simmer hot menu components to meet flavor and quality standards.
• Maintain pristine hygiene and organization in hot and cold lines.
• Monitor and manage cold storage inventory to optimize kitchen flow and freshness.
• Monitor and manage hot station inventory for efficient operation.
• Deliver culinary consistency and fast service without compromising quality.

Skills

High-volume kitchen

Physical dexterity

Standing for long shifts

Team collaboration

Job description

Life Alive Cafe, LLC is seeking a Back of House Prep Cook in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA. Join a plant-forward kitchen focused on wholesome ingredients and sustainable practices, delivering high-quality salads, bowls, and soups.

Responsibilities include cold and hot prep, inventory management, and maintaining a clean, efficient work environment during peak service. Full-time roles include benefits and opportunities for growth.