Kitchen Team Member (Day Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Kitchen Team Member (Day Shift) at Cheese Shop at The Mix!

Are you passionate about food and looking for a role where you can grow your skills in a friendly, fast-paced environment? The Cheese Shop at The Mix, located in Costa Mesa, CA, is on the lookout for a dependable and positive Kitchen Team Member to join our team. Whether you're a seasoned kitchen pro or just starting out, we’re ready to train the right person to help us prepare and serve our delicious menu and specialty items.

As a Kitchen Team Member, you’ll play an essential role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly and ensuring our customers leave with a smile. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing ingredients and assembling menu items and customer orders following our recipes and standards.
• Keeping food prep, storage, and service areas clean, organized, and well-stocked.
• Washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, and sanitizing work surfaces throughout your shift.
• Following food-safety, sanitation, and safe equipment-handling procedures.
• Supporting the team during busy periods by ensuring orders are accurate and service is efficient.
• Assisting with receiving, storing, and rotating food and supplies, and taking on other kitchen tasks as needed.

We’re seeking a team player who brings:

• A friendly, reliable attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and care when handling food.
• The ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced kitchen and stay organized during busy shifts.
• No prior kitchen or restaurant experience is required—we’re happy to train you!
• The ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card as required for the position.

• This is a day-shift role with part-time or full-time availability. Weekend evening shifts are required.
• You’ll need to be able to stand and move around the kitchen for most of your shift, bend, reach, and perform routine cleaning and stocking tasks.
• The role also requires the ability to lift and carry routine food and supply items, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Starting pay is $16.90 per hour.
• Tips vary by shift.

At the Cheese Shop at The Mix, we’re more than just a kitchen—we’re a community. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment where team members work together to deliver exceptional food and service. If you’re dependable, positive, and eager to grow, we’d love to have you on board.

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and be part of a fun and rewarding work environment. Let’s make something delicious together!

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