Job description

Summary: The Cook position is key in executing the preparation, cooking, and packaging food for the fast-casual line, the made-to-order items, and the Grab-and-go packaged items at Nubian Markets. This person collaborates with the Head Chef and directs food preparation on a daily basis. The Cook is key in maintaining food safety, food quality, and timely execution of the cafe and prepared foods menus.

We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated, detail oriented, and a warm and clear communicator. This role coordinates on a daily basis with the cafe team, grocery teams, within the kitchen team, and with external purveyors and small businesses.

Responsibilities:

• Directs food preparation and collaborates with the head chef.
• Supports the Head Chef to oversee kitchen production.
• Assists with weekly and daily menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
• Executes menu on a daily basisEnsures all food is prepped, cooked and ready to serve.

Produces high quality food, including both design and taste.

• Food Safety and QualityAbide by ServSafe principles while coordinating and executing production

Keep kitchen area clean and tidy (wash dishes, sanitize kitchen surfaces, take out trash etc)

• Ordering: Support Head Chef in ordering and inventory process
• Receiving: Ensure quality of food delivered and accurately track in inventory systems
• Maintain a positive and friendly attitude with coworkers and customers
• Maintain clear communication with the kitchen team, cafe team, and others in the Nubian Markets operation
• Participate in quarterly all-team meetings
• Perform other related duties assigned by team members

Skills and Required Experience:

• ServSafe Manager certified (within 3 months after hire)
• A minimum of 2-4 years of culinary experience
• Strong and clear communication skills
• Ability to stay calm and grounded under pressure and last minute changes

Salary: $17/hour starting

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Experience level:

• 2 years

Restaurant type:

• Café
• Fast casual restaurant

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Roxbury, MA 02119: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Cooking: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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