Prep Cook at Harvard Square

Life Alive; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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)

Education and professional development opportunities

Flexible schedule

PTO/Vacation time (Full-time)

Job summary

A health-focused restaurant in Cambridge is seeking a Prep Cook Lead with a genuine passion for food and excellent guest service skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, prepare high-quality recipes, and maintain a clean workspace. This role offers perks such as free yoga classes, health insurance, 401(k) with a match, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should be ready to lift heavy items and stand for extended periods. Join our dedicated team and help us share our mission!

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50+ lbs.
• Able to stand on feet for 8+ hours a day.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for menu offerings

Collaborative team player

Focus on guest service

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Our Prep Cook Lead should be someone who:

• 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

You will:

• Prepares recipes according to standard procedures.
• Stocks and prepares stations for service.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the station.
• Ensures high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation.
• Follow food and personal safety regulations

You must be able to:

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

Perks and Compensation

• 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)
• Education and professional development opportunities – examples include culinary training, superfood education, wellness lifestyle, resume building, community engagement
• Flexible schedule that supports your lifestyle and other goals
• Inclusion in an awesome community
• PTO/Vacation time (Full‑time)
  • Have a minimum of 1 year of full‑time employment.

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

Please note that Life Alive is an E‑Verify employer. Please review the Right to Work Poster from Department of Justice's Immigrant and Employee Rights Section.

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