Kitchen Staff

Now hiring for Kitchen Staff at a growing vegan restaurant!!! A Prep Cook, Entremetier, or Garde Manager accommodate guest’s needs by preparing food according to established recipes and procedures as well as following safety and sanitation guidelines with a specific focus on vegetable, drink, and/or salad prep. We are hiring for (1) additional prep team member to assist with preparing ingredients for service. This position has specific availability needs. The candidate MUST be available to work on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday- no exceptions. More hours will become available for fall catering events and holidays.

Benefits We Offer:

• Affordable health insurance including mental health benefits
• Competitive pay- all back of house employees earn a base rate + a percentage of tips
• Flexible schedules- prep staff typically end their shift by noon
• All major holidays off- including your birthday!
• Opportunity to work with a growing brand with advancement opportunities and ongoing development – we promote from within
• Uniform provided at no cost
• Employee discount on all food and merchandise

Job Responsibilities:

• Safely and accurately prepare food products following restaurant, health, and safety standards
• Operate and maintain restaurant prep equipment such as small appliances
• Complete assigned preparation work for stocking and service readiness
• Assists with inventory of food, supplies, and equipment as directed
• Maintains food quality standards (temperature, appearance and taste) from point of preparation through point of services
• May need to assist with washing dishes, sweeping/mopping floors, cleaning and maintaining equipment, sanitizing utensils, etc.
• Uphold our high restaurant kitchen sanitation and food service safety standards

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience is required
• Have a current Food Handler’s Certification, or ability obtain, where applicable.
• A love for food and an eye for detail with cooking; knowing weights, measurements, and volumes (a plus if you are vegan or plant-based!)
• Ability to learn restaurant menu and recipes
• Knowledge of all chemicals used in the building
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced teamwork environment
• Comfortable standing for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 30 lbs. and continuously bend, reach and twist
• Must be at least 21 years old

Why work for us?

Because it is more than a job. The Veggie is a small, woman owned business that started in the kitchen of our founder and has grown into the area's largest and most awarded vegan restaurant! We are passionate about providing innovative yet relatable vegan food, doing meaningful work, and positively influencing the health and wellness of our local community. We're vegan for everyone.

The Veggie is a pioneer in the city- the only black owned business to ever win the Downtown Huntsville Project of the Year Award, the only vegan business to be named Culinary Business of the Year by the Huntsville-Madison Chamber of Commerce, and led by an award winning chef who has made history on Food Network!

How We Protect Our Team Members:

The Company reviews CDC guidelines and complies with Federal, State and local rules to keep The Veggie's team members and guests safe.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Application Question(s):

• Describe your ability to read and follow recipes, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• This team member is required to work Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday. Are you available to work these days? List any time restrictions on these days if applicable.

Ability to Commute:

• Madison, AL 35758 (Required)

Work Location: In person