Line Cook - Madison Café

Wonderstate Coffee•Madison, WI

1d•$13 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

The cook prepares delicious food consistently and efficiently, holding a central role in the success of the café’s business as it relates to the production of food. Cooks at Wonderstate demonstrate our value of “Excellence. Always.” by preparing high quality food and maintaining an impeccably clean workspace. The Cook works closely with the Kitchen Lead, Bakery Lead and Café Manager to achieve the cafe’s goals.

Requirements

Exemplary kitchen skills and desire to produce high quality food that customers love
Communicates respectfully, clearly and promptly with team members and customers
Ability to remain calm and personable in a fast-paced environment
Ability to bring joy to customers and team members, and engage with our community
Impeccable follow through.
Consistently arrives to work on time, dressed appropriately for kitchen work
Desire to continually be challenged and grow as a professional.
Passion for ethically sourced, organic, high quality coffee and food, and supporting farmer cooperatives

Nice To Haves

Previous kitchen experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Execute the food menu “on the line” at the café.
Prioritize and execute cooking independently, upholding the stated expectations for the café, including quantities, recipes and storage
Honor relationships within the team by giving and receiving feedback respectfully, expressing gratitude to others, and actively contributing to a positive team environment
Practice extreme cleanliness and maintain a sanitary work environment. Wash and sanitize all dishes related to the cooking program, in accordance with local and state health regulations. All furniture, fixtures and equipment in the kitchen must be cleaned daily and more frequently if needed
Communicate with the Front of House about products and storage
Demonstrate an understanding of all menu items and how to produce them.
Maintain portions as specified by the Kitchen Lead, Bakery Lead, and/or Café Manager
Track items that need to be ordered and communicate needs in a timely manner
Ensure quality control on all dishes and report any issues to the Kitchen Lead or Café Manager
Provide excellent customer service when necessary
Uphold kitchen processes
Follow Food Safe Serve and state sanitation guidelines
Set up and break down the kitchen
Exemplify the core values of Wonderstate Coffee.