
Open Positions at Merrimac Trail
Column 15 is a dynamic and growing café and coffee roastery dedicated to providing exceptional coffee experiences and delightful culinary creations. We are a queer friendly and inclusive work space, and we aim to broaden our connections with our community. We’ve recently expanded our kitchen to include fresh baked goods and a wider variety of hot dishes and salads.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our Kitchen Staff team and assist with our expanding kitchen operations. In this role you will support the Kitchen Manager with several aspects of kitchen operations, from recipe development to production, quality control, tracking product loss, and maintaining kitchen organization and cleanliness. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our café and roastery.
Perks of the job:
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Make tips in addition to your hourly wage ~$5-$7 per hour
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Free drink at every shift
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Free meal at every shift
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25% Employee discount
Responsibilities:
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Prepare Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods, including house made butter, pork, chicken, dressings, fresh vegetables and similar items ensuring proper storage, handling, and date labeling.
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Prepare and cook hot dishes to order including paninis, bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and other menu items. Maintain consistent quality and food presentation standards.
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Place orders in designated food pickup location and communicate with customers as necessary, ensuring a positive customer experience.
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Provide support to Kitchen Manager and maintain a positive and productive work environment.
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Maintain numerous aspects of kitchen operations while on shift, product waste tracking, inventory management, and sanitation standards, to uphold food safety and quality standards.
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Receive grocery deliveries and unpack items into temperature-appropriate storage in a timely manner.
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Collaborate with other Kitchen Staff and the Kitchen Manager, to coordinate menu offerings, promotions, and special events, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional customer experiences.
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Work with Kitchen Manager to continuously evaluate and refine recipes, techniques, and processes to optimize product quality, consistency, and efficiency.
Qualifications:
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Experience in a professional kitchen environment or line cook experience is preferred.
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Ability to work with a team of kitchen staff, and work independently.
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Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations OR a willingness to learn.
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Committed to upholding high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with Kitchen Manager.
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Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to work under evolving systems and procedures.
If you enjoying cooking and are excited to be part of a growing business dedicated to quality and excellence, we would love to hear from you! We offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a positive work environment.
To apply, please submit an application and email us your resume at contact@column15.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 40 per week
