Line Cook

ALAMEDA BAKING COMPANY • Alameda, CA

7d • $18 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Line Cooks support the café's breakfast and brunch service by preparing high-quality food in a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen. You'll be part of a mission-driven team, helping keep our food safe, consistent, and exceptional for the community we serve. This role reports to the Kitchen Team Leader.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Consistently punctual and reliable
• Open availability, including weekends and holidays
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with kitchen tools and prep techniques
• Able to follow written recipes and complete prep lists with attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen with a small team
• Must obtain a valid California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire (training cost and time paid by Firebrand)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Slack, or willingness to use it for shift communication

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items, including sandwiches, soups, salads, and brunch items, following Firebrand's recipes and portion standards
• Complete daily prep efficiently (slicing, mixing, labeling, station setup) while minimizing waste
• Keep a clean, organized workstation that meets California Health Code and HACCP standards
• Safely operate kitchen equipment such as pizza ovens, slicers, fryers, and mixers, with training and PPE provided
• Maintain proper food storage, FIFO rotation, labeling, and allergen awareness
• Communicate clearly with teammates and supervisors, including using Slack for shift updates, prep lists, and handoffs
• Work as a team during busy service, staying professional and focused under pressure
• Take part in safety, inclusion, and harassment prevention training

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical coverage through Kaiser Permanente for eligible employees
• 401(k) retirement plan, per plan eligibility
• California paid sick leave
• Commuter benefits program
• Free coffee or espresso drink every shift, and 25% off café food and bakery items
• Paid training, including food safety certification
• Real paths to Lead and Manager roles; many of our leads were promoted from within

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed