Prep Cook (Hyperloop Plaza)

Future Ventures; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Competitive equity

Job summary

Future Ventures in Bastrop, Texas, seeks a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to join the team at Boring Bodega. In this part-time role, you will prepare high-quality to-go food items during early morning hours.

Candidates should have prior food preparation experience and a solid understanding of food safety practices. The position offers employer-paid benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation or food service roles preferred.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion fresh to-go food items daily.
• Follow recipes and food safety protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness of the prep kitchen.
• Collaborate with the front-of-house team for smooth service.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Food preparation

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Education

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Prep Cook (Hyperloop Plaza)

Bastrop, TX – Part‑time, In‑office.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Boring Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment 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, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.