Prep Cook at Central Square

Life Alive Café; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading café in Cambridge is seeking a Prep Cook who is passionate about food and guest service. This role involves preparing recipes, maintaining kitchen standards, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join a community-focused team with great values and perks.

Benefits

70% meal discount

Free and discounted Yoga

Free Mental Health Support

401(k) with a vesting match

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Transportation Benefits

Educational and professional development opportunities

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Genuine passion and knowledge of menu offerings.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes according to standard procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the station.
• Ensure high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation.

Skills

Communication

Guest Service

Team Collaboration

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Description

• A genuine passion and knowledge of our menu offerings,
• A willingness to assist and collaborate within a team,
• A great focus on guest service,
• Live and share Life Alive's values and mission.

Job Details

Description

Our Prep Cook Lead should be someone who:

• Has engaging communication skills,
• A genuine passion and knowledge of our menu offerings,
• A willingness to assist and collaborate within a team,
• A great focus on guest service,
• Lives and shares Life Alive's values and mission.

You Will

• Prepare recipes according to standard procedures,
• Stock and prepare stations for service,
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the station,
• Ensure high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation,
• Follow food and personal safety regulations.

You Must Be Able To

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment,
• Reach and grasp overhead,
• Lifting and carrying items weighing 50+ lbs,
• Able to stand on feet for 8+ hours a day.

Perks And Compensation

• 70% meal discount,
• Free and discounted Yoga,
• Free Mental Health Support (for full-time),
• 401(k) with a vesting match,
• Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage (for full-time employees),
• Transportation Benefits,
• Educational and professional development opportunities,
• Flexible schedule,
• Inclusion in an awesome community,
• PTO/vacation time (for full-time).

If you align with our Mission and Values, want to learn, and work hard, we hope you’ll apply to join our team!