Kitchen Team Member

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve tasty recipes following recipe standards

• Consistently follow task lists and quality standards

• Label, package and handle product selection

• Receive and rotate products into inventory

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and ensure that all Health and Safety standards are met

• Ensure compliance of all food handling requirements and standards

• Communicate effectively with others regarding all aspects of menu planning, food preparation and execution

• Greet customers as they enter

• Give customers drink menus and answer their questions regarding ingredients

• Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g. preferences of coffee blend, dairy and sugar ratios)

• Prepare beverages following recipes

• Serve beverages and prepared food, like cookies, pastries, muffins, pizza, salads, sandwiches, etc.

• Receive and process payments

• Keep the bar area clean

• Maintain stock of clean mugs and plates

• Check if brewing equipment operates properly and report any maintenance needs

• Communicate customer feedback to managers and recommend new menu items

• Perform other relevant tasks and duties assigned from time-to-time

Must-Haves:

• Previous Kitchen Management experience

• Food Handler Certification is an asset

• Experience with kitchen equipment (knives, ovens, stoves, etc.)

• Knowledge of of applicable rules and regulations regarding food preparation and/or nutrition; knowledge of and skill in the application of safety and sanitary requirements of a food service operation

• Familiar with sanitation and health and safety food regulations including proper handling of equipment

• Proficient budgeting skills and understanding

• Passionate about healthy food & wellness
• Skilled at creating positive interaction with customers
• Detail oriented and great at multitasking
• Quick learner with a comfort level in the restaurant/ cafe environment
• Interest in learning about healthy food, ingredients and healthy living

• Work well under pressure independently

• Proven leadership abilities

• Strong communication skills - oral and written

• Excellent time management and organization skills

• Flexible schedule

What We Offer:

• Great work environment and culture

• Continuous professional development and career growth

• Medical Benefits and flex spending account for full-time employees

• Employee discounts

At Healthy Planet we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. Healthy Planet hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position to be filled.