Line Cook at Jamaica Plain

Life Alive•Jamaica Plain, MA

About The Position

Life Alive is hiring a Line Cook at its Jamaica Plain location. The role prepares recipes according to standard procedures, stocks and prepares stations for service, communicates product needs to back-of-house staff and managers-on-duty, and maintains a clean and organized station. The Line Cook accommodates guest-specific requests and modifications, ensures high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation, and works toward a ticket-time goal of six minutes or less. The ideal candidate has engaging communication skills, genuine interest in and knowledge of the menu, a willingness to collaborate with the team, a strong focus on guest service, and alignment with Life Alive’s values and mission. The position requires working in a fast-paced environment and meeting the physical demands described in the posting.

Requirements

  • Engaging communication skills.
  • A genuine passion for and knowledge of the menu offerings.
  • Willingness to assist and collaborate within a team.
  • Strong focus on guest service.
  • Alignment with Life Alive’s values and mission.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to reach and grasp overhead.
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds or more.
  • Ability to stand for eight or more hours a day.
  • Minimum of one year of full-time employment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare recipes according to standard procedures.
  • Stock and prepare stations for service.
  • Communicate product needs to back-of-house staff and managers-on-duty.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the station.
  • Accommodate guest-specific requests and modifications.
  • Ensure high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation.
  • Achieve a ticket-time goal of six minutes or less.

Benefits

  • 70% meal discount.
  • Free and discounted yoga.
  • Free mental health support for full-time employees.
  • 401(k) with a vesting match.
  • Health insurance, dental coverage, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
  • Transportation benefits.
  • Education and professional development opportunities, including culinary training, superfood education, wellness lifestyle, resume building, and community engagement.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • PTO/vacation time for full-time employees.
  • Inclusion in an awesome community.
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