Cook

Overview

As a Cook at Cold Summer, you'll be responsible for preparing food according to our recipes and quality standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen. You'll help ensure every guest receives a consistently great experience through fresh ingredients, attention to detail, and teamwork.

We're looking for someone who works well under pressure, values cleanliness, and enjoys being part of a positive, hospitality driven team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to Cold Summer recipes and presentation standards.
• Assemble and plate food with consistency and attention to detail.
• Prep ingredients before service, including washing, chopping, portioning, and organizing.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen throughout each shift.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and rotate inventory using FIFO (First In, First Out).
• Restock ingredients and kitchen supplies as needed.
• Communicate with baristas and teammates to ensure orders are prepared accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and organizing inventory.
• Complete opening and closing kitchen duties.
• Maintain a positive attitude during busy service periods.
• Support the overall guest experience by producing fresh, high quality food every time.

Qualifications

• Previous cook, prep cook, line cook, or kitchen experience preferred.
• Food Handler Card
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and organized
• Positive attitude and willingness to help
• Ability to follow recipes and standardized procedures

Benefits

• Employee discounts on cafe items and free wellness services
• Positive, team oriented work environment

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid training

Work Location: In person