Kitchen Team Member - Old Town

Call Your Mother Deli•Alexandria, VA

9d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Call Your Mother is a Jew-ish deli that blends influences from Boca and Brooklyn, offering grandma-level hospitality with seriously good bagel sandwiches. Founded in 2018, the company has expanded across multiple regions and emphasizes incredible food made by passionate people. The kitchen team is crucial to the guest experience. The company culture is built on hard work, shared jokes, and making guests' days through food made with love and genuine hospitality, with opportunities for team members to shape their futures and grow into their dream careers.

Requirements

At least 1 year experience washing dishes, wielding a knife (extra safely), following recipes and crushing it in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
The right attitude and a strong baseline.
You'd rather stay active than stare at the clock.
You believe speed matters—but quality matters more.
You like organized stations, sharp execution, and a clean kitchen.
You get real joy from feeding people real good food.
You treat strangers like neighbors.
You are a morning person with weekend availability.
Seeing, hearing, speaking, reading, and communicating effectively.
Standing, walking, reaching, bending, and performing repetitive physical movements.
Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Safely operating equipment and tools using manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

You’re digging our big BIG V.I.B.E.S.(Vibrancy, Integrity, Belonging, Energy and Seize the Moment)
You see this as a team sport without big egos and jump in when a teammate is in need.

Responsibilities

Build beautiful sandwiches that guests can't wait to eat.
Prep ingredients and set up stations for a smooth, successful service.
Follow recipes and standards that make every bite consistently delicious.
Keep ticket times fast without sacrificing quality.
Work in a clean, organized, and food-safe manner from open to close.
Keep the kitchen stocked and ready for whatever the rush brings.
Learn new stations and skills so every day stays fresh and interesting.
Adapt to menu changes, coaching, and always aim to get better.
Pitch in wherever your teammates need you most.

Benefits

Hourly pay plus generous tips ($17.95/hour, plus tips for all positions. With tips, your pay is likely to range from $25-28/hour).
Growth opportunities (80% of leaders started in hourly positions).
No night shifts.
Work with caring teammates.
Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time (avg 30+ hrs/wk) team members.
100% Paid time off.
100% Paid, 12 week parental leave.
401(k) with 4% company match.
Free English and Spanish classes, plus Duolingo reimbursement.
Confidential therapy and professional resources for mental health, legal guidance, financial wellness, and more.
Company culture that doesn’t suck (Community events, team parties, and a healthy work/life balance).
Shift meals on us, plus 50% off when you're off the clock.