To Go/Takeout Specialist

True Food Kitchen; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care through Hooray Health

Pet Insurance for your fur babies

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Restaurant Dining Discount

Paid volunteer time

True Giving fund support

Job summary

True Food Kitchen in Austin, TX, seeks team members for to-go service. You will take orders via phone and in person, coordinate with the kitchen, and ensure accuracy from call to pickup. Delivery coordination is included, with fast-paced, friendly work and tip potential.

We offer part-time roles up to 40 hours per person, with shifts AM/PM and mid-day. This position includes health care options, pet insurance, EAP, dining discounts, volunteer time, and access to True Giving funds.

Qualifications

• Hospitality-focused approach with energy and strong guest service.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy in order handling.
• Clear communication and organized workflow in fast-paced environments.
• Restaurant experience is a plus and helpful for this role.

Responsibilities

• Take and ring in accurate orders (phone & in person).
• Double-check every detail before the order goes out.
• Handle payments and organize the to-go station.
• Manage third-party delivery hand-offs smoothly.
• Manage and monitor KDS system.
• Oversee catering orders from preparation through packaging.

Skills

hospitality

detail-oriented

clear communication

restaurant experience

Tools

KDS system

Job description

We believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world. This isn't just a job - it's a chance to find your true purpose. We’re a full-service restaurant collection with locations from coast to coast, known for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

Who We're Inviting To The Table

Love making someone’s day? Join our team and bring great food and even better vibes to our take-out guests! You’ll be the go-to for to-go—taking orders, coordinating with the kitchen, and ensuring accuracy from phone call to pickup (and delivery too). It’s fast-paced, fun, and full of great tip potential (yes, you keep what you make)!

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Brings the energy and top-notch hospitality
• Stays cool under pressure and loves details
• Communicates clearly and stays organized
• Has restaurant experience (a plus!)
• Is ready to move, hustle, and smile

THE PERFECT PAIRING

• Take and ring in accurate orders (phone & in person)
• Double-check every detail before the order goes out
• Handle payments and organize the to-go station
• Manage third-party delivery hand-offs smoothly
• Manage and monitor KDS system
• Oversee catering orders from preparation through packaging

What You Can Look Forward To

• We have a successful and professional work environment with opportunities for growth and a development program to get you to that next position in your career
• AM/PM and Mid-day shifts available
• Part time to 40 hours available per person
• Part time team members are offered access to affordable, quality health care through Hooray Health and telehealth options
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• Access to expert guidance through EAP/SupportLinc which offers to help you and your family address and resolve everyday issues
• Restaurant Dining Discount
• Paid volunteer time to support your community and favorite charities
• Eligible to give to and receive from the True Giving fund that supports life changing events

Compensation: Starting at state tipped minimum wage/hour + Tips*

• Location/state & shift dependent - Please refer to minimum and maximum hiring range for estimate of weekly earnings.

You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.