Café Cook & Kitchen Coordinator (Part-Time)

Snail Games USA • Beverly Hills, CA

8d • $23 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Snail Games USA is seeking a dependable and organized part-time contractor to prepare complimentary employee lunches and maintain daily kitchen operations at its Los Angeles, California location. The role combines hands-on cooking with café upkeep, grocery purchasing, inventory organization, and support for occasional meetings and company events. The successful candidate will independently maintain a clean, welcoming, and efficiently operated office kitchen and be able to prepare Asian and American cuisine.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, approximately 20 hours per week, though hours may change based on company needs. The week generally includes three to four days of meal preparation and service for approximately 15–20 employees and one to two days for grocery purchasing, deliveries, inventory, and kitchen organization. All required work—including shopping, authorized errands, menu planning, purchasing, and inventory administration—must be accurately recorded and is compensable. Off-the-clock work is prohibited.

The hourly rate is $23.00–$28.00, depending on experience. Eligible business-related mileage and necessary expenses are reimbursed in accordance with applicable California law and company policy; normal commuting is not reimbursable unless otherwise required by law. Occasional additional paid hours for special events may be available with management approval. Benefits are subject to applicable company policies and eligibility requirements.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Line Cook, Prep Cook, Café Assistant, or similar food-service professional.
• Ability to efficiently prepare Asian and American dishes.
• Ability to independently complete cooking, meal service, and cleanup within a four-hour daily schedule.
• Basic experience managing shopping lists, receipts, grocery purchasing, and kitchen inventory.
• Friendly, professional demeanor when interacting with employees, vendors, and management.
• Knowledge of proper food handling, sanitation, food storage, and safe kitchen practices.
• A current and valid California Food Handler Card is required at the time of hire, and proof must be provided before beginning food-handling duties.
• Must maintain food-safety certifications required by applicable federal, state, or local law throughout employment.
• Must maintain a clean and sanitary food-preparation environment and promptly report food-safety concerns to management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh, appealing complimentary lunches for approximately 15–20 employees on three to four designated days per week.
• Plan rotating weekly menus featuring Asian and American dishes, considering employee preferences, portion control, ingredient usage, and food waste.
• Follow applicable food-safety, sanitation, hygiene, temperature-control, food-storage, allergen-awareness, and cross-contamination prevention requirements.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, countertops, utensils, food-service stations, and shared dining tables.
• Coordinate kitchen setup, meal-service timing, cleaning, and afternoon closing procedures.
• Keep cooking supplies, storage areas, and shared kitchen spaces clean and organized.
• Monitor equipment conditions and notify HR or Facilities when maintenance, repairs, or deep cleaning are required.
• Prepare grocery shopping lists, purchase groceries from approved vendors, or coordinate deliveries on approximately one to two scheduled days per week.
• Receive, inspect, unpack, organize, and properly store groceries and kitchen supplies.
• Collect, organize, and submit purchasing receipts and expense documentation to HR/Operations weekly.
• Monitor expiration dates, food quantities, and supplies; keep approved snacks, beverages, and condiments stocked.
• Help minimize unnecessary purchases and food waste through practical menu planning and inventory management.
• Accurately record all hours worked, including grocery shopping, authorized business errands, menu planning, purchasing, and inventory administration.
• Assist with basic food preparation, setup, and refreshments for occasional executive or team meetings.
• Support larger holiday celebrations and company events with buffet setup, replenishment, and cleanup.
• Work with outside caterers and designated staff as needed; large-scale catering events are managed by outside providers.

Benefits

• Eligible business-related mileage and necessary expenses are reimbursed in accordance with applicable California law and company policy.
• Occasional additional paid hours may be available for special events with management approval.
• Benefits are subject to applicable company policies and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed