Prep Cook (Portland, ME)

The Works Bakery CafePortland, ME
$18 - $21Onsite

About The Position

The Works ® is a growing regional chain of community-minded cafés, dedicated to providing the highest quality food and friendliest customer service. Each of our cafés reflects the unique character and needs of the communities we serve. We’re committed to sourcing healthy, local ingredients for our bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, soups, salads, smoothies, fresh-baked sweets and more. Our mission is to contribute to the health and well-being of our communities: our customers, our team members, and the environment. We are looking for a food service professional to join our back-of-the-house team in Portland, ME. We prefer someone with prior food preparation experience, great communication skills, and the ability to move quickly and efficiently between tasks. Training will be provided for the right candidate.

Requirements

  • Detail-oriented
  • Weekend availability
  • Prior experience in food prep
  • Ability to stand and walk for periods of 8 + hours each shift
  • Ability to reach, bend, balance, and transport objects repeatedly during a shift
  • Great communication skills
  • Ability to move quickly and efficiently between tasks

Nice To Haves

  • Experienced and passionate about food
  • Enjoys working behind-the-scenes
  • Looking for a stable dayshift schedule with evenings free
  • Enjoys fast-paced work
  • Committed to consistency and providing food and service that customers can rely on

Responsibilities

  • Back of house food preparation (slice, dice, measure, and mix)
  • Ensuring food safety standards are always respected
  • Maintaining stocks
  • Efficient cleaning of workspace
  • Regular inventory
  • Assisting front of house team as needed

Benefits

  • Employee discount on our nourishing meals
  • Competitive pay (hourly pay plus pooled staff tips)
  • Paid vacations
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance program
  • Performance-based BONUS opportunities
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