Constellation Cook
About The Position
We are looking for a passionate and reliable cook or chef to join our team. Our culinary program provides lunch and dinners to a busy research office, with meals designed and prepared collaboratively each week by the team. We aim to deliver high-quality, diverse dishes across a range of cuisines. Our meals prioritize delicious vegetables and ethically sourced proteins, and accommodate a wide variety of dietary needs - from vegan to omnivorous. Ideal candidates are excited to explore foods and cuisines, take responsibility for specific dishes, as well as routine tasks like vegetable prep and cleaning. We serve meals primarily for Constellation Institute (âConstellationâ), a research hub hosting 150+ people daily, along with a few organizations in the AI safety ecosystem.
Requirements
- Solid to excellent knife skills and command of cooking fundamentals
- Ability to work confidently with or without recipes
- Depth in one or more areas: regional cuisines, baking, butchery, pickling/charcuterie/ferment work, etc.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills in English
- Sense of urgency when the situation calls for it
- Strong sense of responsibility; high personal standards, with or without supervision
- Takes food safety seriously, follows requirements, and maintains professional hygiene standards
- At least one year related professional experience required, 2-5+ years preferred (we care about passion and skills; experience matters more than credentials)
- Food handler's card required; ServSafe or equivalent preferred
- The job requires standing and walking for a full day, safely lifting 50+ pounds at a time, dealing with hot, sharp, or heavy objects.
- Proof of vaccination(s) may be required if related to the essential duties of the job and in accordance with applicable laws and health regulations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients and cook dishes, drawing from recipes as well as personal culinary knowledge
- Deliver, arrange and label meals
- Clean equipment and facilities as needed
Benefits
- generous vacation policy
- 401(k) with employer match
- employer-paid commuter benefits
- health/dental/vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
