Food Production Specialist

Alpha Coffee is a different kind of coffee company:

• we are locally owned and support our local communities
• we are veteran owned and send donated coffee to deployed troops
• we place a strong emphasis on quality coffee and a great customer experience
• we are organized, work hard and win as a team
• we offer great pay, benefits, and significant upside opportunity
• we welcome employee input to make us even better

Here at Alpha Coffee every employee becomes part of a family. Our team believes in our culture and willingly embodies our mission statement (drink good, do good, be great). We are proud to have a team of people who each bring something special to the table.

We look to hire people with the warrior ethos - strong individuals who are willing to win as a team, lead by example, and go through life with a sense of honesty and integrity. We are committed to the training and development of our people and expect the same level of commitment from our employees.

This is a place where having fun and giving back to a select group of charities and the local community are part of what makes us more than just a great cup of coffee.

If you enjoy connecting with people, providing exceptional customer service, and value the importance of quality coffee, we want to hear from you.

We are growing and the opportunities for rapid advancement are significant if you have a strong work ethic, are a team player and demonstrate leadership skills.

We have an ever growing list of employee benefits as well. After the 3 month probationary period, you are eligible for matching savings and team members who have been with us more than a year, are eligible for a matching 401K. We offer an employee discount and opportunities to participate in employee "adventure events". We have an extensive training program and you can anticipate learning not only high level barista skills but also entrepreneurial and leadership skills.

Our ideal candidate is someone interested in a long term position, and looking to get in on the ground floor and grow with our company.

Please submit your resume to be considered for an interview. We would love to see you become part of the Alpha Family!

Job Description: 

In this role, you will prepare fresh food items for both of our locations at our SLC shop.

• Including: Wraps, sauces, salads, protein bowls(bagging), parfaits, overnight oats, fries(bagging). 

Must be able to maintain clean and organized work space, stay on task with orders to ensure both stores receive consistent, delicious food!

This is NOT a seasonal or short term position, we are looking for those willing to commit to a minimum of 9+ months with Alpha.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Preparing ingredients for daily production, including chopping/washing vegetables, defrosting products, and organizing ingredients to ensure the kitchen is prepared for upcoming production.
• Monitoring inventory levels and comparing production pars to store orders to ensure both locations receive the appropriate quantities of fresh food.
• Restocking the Salt Lake City grab-and-go display with freshly prepared items if empty.
• Assisting with the preparation and execution of catering orders and special events.
• Learning drip coffee brewing procedures
• Assisting with event setup at either café location or off-site events as needed.
• Occasionally delivering prepared food orders to our BCC location. You will unload and stock the products at this shop upon arrival. Drive time is paid.

Work Remotely

• No

A company parking pass will be provided for the Salt Lake City location.

Job Types: Currently part-time with opportunity to become full-time 

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Requirements:

*Must have current food handlers permit or ability to obtain one upon hire 

*Knife skills

*Food prep experience optional but preferred 

*Self Starter - Due to the nature of this position, it will be very important for you to stay on task/start/complete duties without constant supervision.

*Must be 18 or older and available to work a MINIMUM of 25 hours per week/no less than 3 shifts per week/early morning shifts preferred.

*Timeliness and dependability are critical

*Dress code for work includes no facial piercings (nose piercings OK),no gauges. Tattoos are allowed but should not be distracting.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee discount

Physical Setting:

• Coffee shop

Schedule:

• Day shift/Mornings preferred 
• Saturday availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: Salt Lake City