Vegetable Prep Cook in Washington D.C- West End!

Life Alive Café • Washington, DC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Life Alive Organic Cafe is the place for positive eating, where enjoying organic, crave-worthy food fuels a life filled with energy, optimism and simply feeling good. Through each joyful interaction and scratch-prepared dish served in our unique, quick service cafes, we work toward bringing to life our higher purpose to energize the vitality of all living beings and our planet.

Requirements

• Proven ability to thrive and maintain focus in a high-volume, fast-paced culinary environment.
• Physical dexterity for reaching, grasping, and precise knife work.
• Lifting and carrying items weighing 50+ lbs
• Able to stand on feet for 8+ hours a day
• Able to walk up and down stairs

Nice To Haves

• Possesses a genuine passion for wholesome ingredients and a deep curiosity about our plant-forward menu.
• Demonstrates a collaborative spirit and a proactive willingness to support their teammates during peak service.
• Embraces and champions the Life Alive values of wellness, sustainability, and mindful service.

Responsibilities

• Masterfully execute cold prep tasks, including the precise washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning of peak-season produce.
• Artfully assemble high-quality cold menu items, ensuring every salad and grain bowl meets our exacting aesthetic and flavor standards.
• Uphold impeccable organizational standards and hygiene protocols to maintain a pristine cold line environment.
• Proactively monitor and manage cold storage inventory to optimize kitchen flow and ingredient freshness.
• Deliver culinary consistency and speed, ensuring every guest receives their meal within our target ticket times without compromising quality.

Benefits

• 70% meal discount
• Free and discounted Yoga
• Free Mental Health Support (for full-time)
• Health insurance, dental and vision coverage (for full-time employees)
• Education and professional development opportunities - examples include culinary training, superfood education, wellness lifestyle, resume building, community engagement
• Flexible schedule that supports your lifestyle and other goals
• Inclusion in an awesome community

What This Job Offers

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