Prep Cook/Dishwasher

Black Cap Coffee & Bakery of Vermont; Waterbury (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and sick time

Health and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid breaks and shift meals

Free coffee drinks during shifts

Employee discounts on food/bev and DBM

Holiday pay on select holidays

Paid bereavement leave

Paid childbirth recovery leave for FT

Job summary

Black Cap Coffee & Bakery of Vermont is seeking a Prep Cook/Dishwasher to support a busy kitchen in Waterbury. You will wash dishes, prep ingredients, and help with sandwich assembly, ensuring cleanliness and food safety across FOH and BOH.

This full-time role runs Thursday through Monday, 7 AM to 1 PM, with competitive benefits including PTO, health/vision insurance, employee discounts, and paid breaks. Training on Safe Food Handling will be provided after hire, and a positive team culture

Qualifications

• ServeSafe Food Handler Safety Certification will be provided by Black Cap after hire.
• Must have strong skills in communication, attention to detail/consistency, sense of urgency, prioritization, professionalism, adaptability.
• Must be timely and attentive to work.
• Must have a growth mindset and respond constructively to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Wash, dry, and put away all dishes
• Maintain sanitation in front and back of the cafe
• Slice and portion product for production schedules
• Pull ingredients for next day service and store properly
• Cook eggs and prepare items such as caramelized onion
• Wash and prepare produce
• Prepare overnight oats and parfaits for following day
• Restock prep cooler and dry storage daily
• Communicate ingredient inventory needs
• Maintain chemical levels and report sanitation needs to Head Baker
• Perform cleaning duties daily/weekly/monthly
• Follow health codes and maintain sanitation

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Sense of urgency

Prioritization

Professionalism

Adaptability

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Prep Cook/Dishwasher supports the operation of efficient and healthy kitchens at Black Cap through prepping ingredients and maintaining a clean dishwashing room. They are responsible for washing dishes, maintaining high sanitation practices, preparing ingredients for the sandwich station, and making sandwiches to order. This role assists both FOH and BOH staff in providing customers with quality products and a clean environment to enjoy them in.

This is a full-time position, scheduled Thursdays through Mondays from 7AM to 1PM.

Job Responsibilities:

• Wash, dry, and put away all dishes
• Maintain a high standard of sanitation in the front and back of the cafe
• Slice and portion out product appropriately in support of production schedules
• Pull ingredients such as spreads, meats, and breads for next day service and assure that items are properly stored
• Cook eggs and prepare products such as caramelized onion
• Wash and prepare produce
• Prepare overnight oats and parfaits for following day
• Restock prep cooler & dry storage daily
• Communicate ingredient inventory needs
• Maintain chemical levels and report any sanitation needs to the Head Baker
• Perform assigned cleaning duties, typically scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly
• Follow all health codes and maintain exceptional sanitation standards
• Report all equipment and maintenance problems to the Head Baker, Assistant Baker, and Operations Manager
• Prepare on demand sandwiches for the hot food line as needed
• Assist bakers; time permitting

Requirements

Expectations

• Work 7AM-1PM Thursdays-Mondays
• Follow processes and procedures recorded in Employee Handbook
• Take direction from managers and assist where needed
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Report to work in proper uniform, abiding by the dress code:
  • Black Cap T-Shirt
  • Hair pulled back and covered with a hat, headband, or bandana
  • Closed-toed shoes
  • Pants (no sweatpants)
  • Hands must be free of jewelry and nail polish
  • Nails must be kept short and clean

Physical Job Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs up and down the stairs multiple times per day
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs off the ground from a squatting position
• Must be able to frequently squat, bend at the waist, and twist from the waist while carrying heavy, large objects up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand on your feet for up to 8 hours at a time

Required Skills & Experience

• ServeSafe Food Handler Safety Certification will be provided by Black Cap after hire
• Must have strong skills in: Communication, attention to detail/consistency, sense of urgency, prioritization, professionalism, adaptability
• Must be timely and attentive to work
• Must have a growth mindset and respond constructively to feedback

Black Out Dates

It is important for all employees to be available during peak holiday times. All employees will be expected to work:

• Foliage season (September 20th- October 20th)
• December holiday season (December 26th – January 2nd)
• Presidents’ Day week
• Martin Luther King weekend
• Various summer holidays/events as deemed necessary by management

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick time
• Health and vision insurance options for full-time employees
• Invest EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for employees and household members
• Paid breaks and shift meal
• Free coffee drinks during shifts
• Employee discounts on food, beverages, and Black Cap merchandise
• Holiday pay on select holidays
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid childbirth recovery leave for FT employees after 1 year of employment

Why Black Cap?

At Black Cap, we work hard to build a positive workplace where people support each other and take pride in what they do. We’re proud to be a woman-owned Vermont company built around community, local partnerships, and a love of great food and coffee. Our cafes bring together locals and visitors in spaces that feel welcoming, authentic, and distinctly Vermont. Join our team and help tell the story of a brand deeply connected to the place it calls home!