Prep Cook (Hyperloop Plaza)

Boring Company; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Equity for permanent employees

Job summary

The Boring Company is seeking a reliable Prep Cook for The Boring Bodega in Bastrop, TX. You will focus on preparing fresh, high-quality grab-and-go items during early morning hours, ensuring convenient and delicious options for customers while maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen.

Responsibilities include following recipes, controlling portions, maintaining safety standards, stocking display areas, and collaborating with front-of-house to deliver great service in a community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation or deli roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion to-go food items daily (sandwiches, salads, wraps, protein boxes, snacks, sides).
• Follow standardized recipes, portion control, and safety protocols (FIFO, labeling, temp control).
• Maintain prep kitchen, display area, and refrigeration; stock etc.
• Assist with inventory checks and minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for smooth service and respond to customer needs.
• Uphold high standards of quality and presentation in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Perform end-of-shift cleaning and closing duties; deep-clean kitchen as needed.

Skills

Food prep

Food safety

Attention to detail

Team player

Early morning availability

Stamina

Customer service

Job description

The Boring Company was founded to solve the problem of soul-destroying traffic by creating an underground network of tunnels. Today, we are creating the technology to increase tunneling speed and decrease costs by a factor of 10 or more with the ultimate goal of making Hyperloop adoption viable and enabling rapid transit across densely populated regions.

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to join our team at Boring Bodega, a vibrant community hub. In this role, you will focus on preparing fresh, high-quality items for our growing to-go food section during early morning hours. You’ll help ensure our customers have convenient, delicious grab-and-go options while maintaining a clean, efficient, and welcoming food service environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on kitchen work, takes pride in food presentation, and can accomplish work independently.

Requirements:

• Prepare and portion fresh to-go food items daily, including sandwiches, salads, wraps, protein boxes, snacks, sides, and other grab-and-go offerings.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion control guidelines, and food safety protocols (FIFO rotation, proper labeling, temperature control).
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the prep kitchen, to-go food area, refrigeration units, and workstations.
• Stock and replenish the to-go food display area at the end of the shift.
• Assist with food inventory checks to help maintain health standards while minimizing waste.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth service and respond quickly to customer needs.
• Uphold high standards for food quality, safety, and presentation in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Support occasional special events or community activities by preparing larger batches or themed items.
• Perform end-of-shift cleaning and closing duties for the food prep area.
• Deep cleaning responsibilities inside of the kitchen.

Basic Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation, kitchen, or deli roles preferred (restaurant, cafe, or grocery store experience is a plus).
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain one is a plus).
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a team-player mindset.
• Availability for early morning shifts: 4:30 AM - 9:30 AM (approximately 5 shifts per week to reach 20 hours).
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 40 lbs, and work in a kitchen setting with refrigeration and heat.
• Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States.

Culture

We're a team of dedicated, smart, and scrappy people. Our employees are passionate about our mission and determined to innovate at every opportunity.

Benefits

• We offer employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive amount of equity for all permanent employees.

The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with The Boring Company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.