Prep Cook

Sputnik Coffee Company is Hiring!

Prep Cook

Location: Chicago, IL

Category: Cafe

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Job Description

We are Sputnik

Sputnik Coffee is a rapidly growing coffee roastery and cafe based in Chicago, IL. We are here to make craft coffee more affordable and accessible to everyone.

A Day in the Life of a Prep Cook includes preparing ingredients, assembling sandwiches based on recipes, cleaning and managing inventory.

For this role, we’re looking for a motivated, high-energy candidate, who enjoys cooking and working in a kitchen environment.

Below are some characteristics that would describe a great fit:

• Friendly
• Coffee Enthusiast
• High-Energy
• Intellectually Curious
• Excellent Communicator
• Ability and desire to communicate with other team members
• Respectful
• Builds rapport to establish strong interpersonal relationships
• Self-Starter
• Goal-Oriented
• Strong Work Ethic
• Accountable
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Functional Description

At Sputnik, we do things differently. We’re looking for a new team member who is hard working, flexible and energized by being part of the process of making delicious sandwiches, waffles and snacks for our awesome customers.

The Prep Cook’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Open kitchen in the mornings and ensure certain food items are ready to go by 7am
• Prepare sandwich components and assemble sandwiches based on recipes
• Prepare waffle batter based on recipes
• Prepare syrups and various concentrates for cafe use
• Restock supplies and take inventory
• Keep everything in the kitchen super clean. Clean tables, refrigerators, equipment and floors.
• Clean kitchen, organize and ensure everything is in place for the upcoming morning
• Work with team to create and develop new menu offerings

Necessary Availability: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

Or Saturdays 6:30am - 3:30pm

If this sounds like a fun time then we'd love for you to be part of the team

Job Type: Part time

Pay: $19.83 per hour

Minimum availability 25-30 hours per week

The ideal candidate will be effective in managing their time and prioritizing responsibilities. They will work independently and be flexible as issues arise. While they will have the full support of the rest of the team, they are expected to run the kitchen independently from morning to close. As we are a small business, the Prep cook may need to help out and assist in the warehouse.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with food and preparing delicious items for the local community.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Availability to work a total of 3 days per week, possibility of Saturday
• Available to start work day at 6:00 am
• 1 year commitment
• Food Safety Manager Certification course completion will be required one week after hiring
• Willingness to learn how to make delicious sandwiches and waffles

Preferred Experience & Characteristics

• Some kitchen experience
• Strong work ethic
• Passionate about working with people
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
• Attentive
• Passion for coffee and food
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Report any kitchen equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to management.
• Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face mask, a hair/beard net, and gloves when required.
• Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment. (specifically tree nuts)
• Ability to wear uniform

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, and you’d like to be considered for a role on our team, then please send your resume to . We look forward to hearing from you!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Sputnik Coffee Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.83 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Paid training

Work Location: In person