Cafe Prep Cook / Kitchen Assistant

Perky Beans Coffee & PB Café•Leander, TX

1d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Perky Beans Coffee & PB Cafe in Leander, TX is looking to hire a part-time or full-time Cafe Prep Cook / Kitchen Assistant to help our kitchen run smoothly. This role is for a family-owned restaurant that treats employees with respect. Perky Beans Coffee & PB Cafe started as a mobile coffee truck on the streets of San Diego in 2013 and has since grown and laid down roots in Leander, Texas. The company is family-owned and operated, and since 2021, it has offered two concepts under one roof: Perky Beans Coffee, a complete coffeehouse with a drive-thru, and PB Cafe, a sit-down restaurant serving breakfast classics and lunch items. The mission is to serve delectable recipes with quality ingredients. The company is passionate about food and customer service and strives to be a partner with the community, supporting local schools and non-profits. The team is considered family, and the fast-paced, energetic environment offers many opportunities for staff growth and development, rewarding hard work with competitive wages and perks. In this position, you are an integral part of the kitchen team, completing a variety of important tasks with efficiency and attention to detail. You ensure food safety and organization, maintain a sanitary prep area, and are a flexible team player ready to assist with extra kitchen duties. You will thrive in a productive, fast-paced environment and gain valuable skills in the food service industry.

Requirements

18+ years old
Good work history
Understanding of cooking methods and procedures
Excellent knife-handling skills
Ability to enthusiastically and thoroughly follow instructions
Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
Ability to easily carry 40+ lbs
Service-oriented
Ability to work on your feet for several hours at a time
Team player
Ability to complete your tasks with efficiency and accuracy

Nice To Haves

Experience as a prep cook is preferred

Responsibilities

Complete a variety of important tasks, including measuring ingredients, washing and chopping vegetables, and cutting meats
Ensure all products are correctly labeled and stored to maintain freshness as well as to keep them organized and easily accessible
Ensure that all food and other items are stored properly in order to comply with nutrition and safety guidelines
Maintain an orderly and sanitary prep area
Lend a helping hand whenever extra kitchen duties are assigned