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Prep Cook / Dishwasher

$17 per hour

HOMETOWN COFFEE & JUICE

Job Description

Job Description

Prep Cook / Dishwasher Position Summary

At Hometown Coffee & Juice, a successful service starts with a kitchen that is prepped, clean, organized, and ready to go. As a Prep Cook / Dishwasher, you'll play an essential role in making that happen by supporting both food preparation and dishwashing throughout your shift.

You'll prepare ingredients and menu components according to Hometown recipes and standards, while also helping maintain a steady flow of clean dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that requires flexibility, organization, attention to detail, and a team-first mindset.

Your work directly supports the kitchen's ability to deliver speed, consistency, quality, and a great experience to every customer.

What You'll Do Execute Prep
  • Complete assigned prep tasks accurately and within expected timelines.
  • Follow recipes, batch guidelines, portion standards, and production procedures.
  • Properly portion, label, date, store, and rotate prepared products.
  • Maintain an organized prep area and keep ingredients and equipment ready for the next task.
  • Complete prep lists to help ensure the kitchen is prepared for service.
  • Communicate prep progress, low stock, product concerns, or other needs to kitchen leadership.
Keep Dish Moving
  • Wash, rinse, sanitize, and organize dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment according to Hometown standards.
  • Maintain a steady flow of clean dishes and equipment throughout the shift, especially during busy service periods.
  • Prioritize dishwashing needs based on kitchen volume and operational needs.
  • Inspect dishes and utensils to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized before returning them to service.
  • Maintain appropriate levels of cleaning and dishwashing supplies and communicate when items are running low.
Maintain a Clean & Organized Kitchen
  • Keep prep areas, the dish area, sinks, counters, floors, storage areas, and surrounding equipment clean and organized.
  • Properly dispose of trash and recyclables and support overall BOH cleanliness.
  • Maintain organized storage areas and assist with inventory organization as needed.
  • Clean and reset work areas throughout the shift so they are ready for the next task or teammate.
  • Support additional cleaning and kitchen tasks based on the needs of the shift.
Support Food Safety & Quality
  • Follow all Hometown food safety, sanitation, and safety procedures.
  • Use proper FIFO, labeling, dating, storage, and rotation practices.
  • Help prevent cross-contamination by following proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
  • Safely use knives, kitchen equipment, dishwashing equipment, and cleaning products.
  • Monitor product quality and communicate concerns to kitchen leadership promptly.
Practice Ownership
  • Follow portion and production standards to minimize waste and protect food cost.
  • Use ingredients and supplies efficiently and avoid unnecessary overproduction or waste.
  • Stay aware of what the kitchen needs and shift priorities as business volume changes.
  • Take pride in completing work accurately and leaving your workspace clean, stocked, and ready.
  • Move between prep, dish, cleaning, and other BOH responsibilities as needed to support the team.
Be a Great Teammate
  • Work closely with kitchen leadership and teammates to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Follow direction, communicate clearly, and ask questions when clarification is needed.
  • Bring a positive, dependable, respectful, and collaborative approach to every shift.
  • Support teammates wherever needed during busy periods.
  • Support Hometown's culture by learning our standards, helping others succeed, and bringing those values to life every day.
What You Bring
  • Previous prep, dishwasher, or kitchen experience is preferred, but we are happy to train the right person.
  • Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
  • ServSafe certification is preferred or can be obtained upon hiring.
  • Basic knife skills or a willingness to learn.
  • Strong organization, attention to detail, and commitment to cleanliness.
  • Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to move between prep, dishwashing, cleaning, and other kitchen responsibilities throughout the shift.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand and move throughout the kitchen for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to safely handle pots, pans, dishes, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment that may include heat, water, and frequent movement.
Why You'll Love Working Here
  • Be an essential part of a supportive and collaborative kitchen team.
  • Build skills in food preparation, kitchen operations, sanitation, and food safety.
  • Gain experience across multiple areas of the back-of-house operation.
  • See the direct impact your work has on the success of every service.
  • Grow with a company that values quality, teamwork, ownership, and development.
Pay & Benefits

Pay: Starting at $17/hour, with opportunities for increases based on experience and performance.

Benefits & Perks:

  • Employee Meal & Employee Discount Benefits
  • Paid Breaks
  • 401(k)
  • Great Work-Life Balance — No late nights; our cafés close at 5 p.m.
  • Paid Leave and Sick Leave
  • Health Insurance offered to all regular full-time employees
  • Growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
EEO Statement

Hometown Coffee & Juice is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Cocinero/a de Preparación / Lavaplatos Resumen del Puesto

En Hometown Coffee & Juice, un servicio exitoso comienza con una cocina preparada, limpia, organizada y lista para trabajar. Como Cocinero/a de Preparación / Lavaplatos, desempeñarás un papel esencial para lograrlo, apoyando tanto la preparación de alimentos como el lavado de platos durante tu turno.

Prepararás ingredientes y componentes del menú de acuerdo con las recetas y estándares de Hometown, mientras ayudas a mantener un flujo constante de platos, utensilios, ollas, sartenes y equipos de cocina limpios. Este es un puesto práctico y de ritmo rápido que requiere flexibilidad, organización, atención a los detalles y una mentalidad enfocada en el trabajo en equipo.

Tu trabajo apoya directamente la capacidad de la cocina para brindar rapidez, consistencia, calidad y una excelente experiencia a cada cliente.

Lo Que Harás Realizar la Preparación
  • Completar las tareas de preparación asignadas de manera precisa y dentro de los tiempos establecidos.
  • Seguir recetas, instrucciones para preparar lotes, estándares de porciones y procedimientos de producción.
  • Porcionar, etiquetar, fechar, almacenar y rotar correctamente los productos preparados.
  • Mantener un área de preparación organizada y los ingredientes y equipos listos para la siguiente tarea.
  • Completar las listas de preparación para ayudar a garantizar que la cocina esté lista para el servicio.
  • Comunicar al equipo de liderazgo de cocina el progreso de la preparación, inventario bajo, problemas con productos u otras necesidades.
Mantener el Área de Lavado en Movimiento
  • Lavar, enjuagar, sanitizar y organizar platos, utensilios, ollas, sartenes y equipos de cocina de acuerdo con los estándares de Hometown.
  • Mantener un flujo constante de platos y equipos limpios durante todo el turno, especialmente durante los períodos de mayor actividad.
  • Priorizar las necesidades de lavado según el volumen de la cocina y las necesidades de la operación.
  • Revisar los platos y utensilios para asegurarte de que estén correctamente lavados y sanitizados antes de regresar al servicio.
  • Mantener niveles adecuados de productos de limpieza y suministros para el lavado y comunicar cuando algún producto esté por agotarse.
Mantener una Cocina Limpia y Organizada
  • Mantener las áreas de preparación y lavado, fregaderos, mostradores, pisos, áreas de almacenamiento y equipos cercanos limpios y organizados.
  • Desechar correctamente la basura y los materiales reciclables y apoyar la limpieza general del área de BOH.
  • Mantener organizadas las áreas de almacenamiento y ayudar con la organización del inventario según sea necesario.
  • Limpiar y preparar nuevamente las áreas de trabajo durante el turno para que estén listas para la siguiente tarea o compañero de equipo.
  • Apoyar tareas adicionales de limpieza y cocina según las necesidades del turno.
Apoyar la Seguridad Alimentaria y la Calidad
  • Seguir todos los procedimientos de Hometown relacionados con seguridad alimentaria, sanitización y seguridad.
  • Utilizar correctamente los procedimientos de FIFO, etiquetado, fechado, almacenamiento y rotación.
  • Ayudar a prevenir la contaminación cruzada siguiendo los procedimientos adecuados de manipulación de alimentos y sanitización.
  • Utilizar de manera segura cuchillos, equipos de cocina, equipos de lavado y productos de limpieza.
  • Supervisar la calidad de los productos y comunicar cualquier problema al equipo de liderazgo de cocina de manera oportuna.
Tomar Responsabilidad
  • Seguir los estándares de porciones y producción para minimizar el desperdicio y proteger el costo de los alimentos.
  • Utilizar los ingredientes y suministros de manera eficiente y evitar la sobreproducción o el desperdicio innecesario.
  • Mantenerte atento/a a las necesidades de la cocina y a las prioridades del turno a medida que cambia el volumen del negocio.
  • Sentirte orgulloso/a de completar el trabajo con precisión y dejar tu espacio de trabajo limpio, abastecido y listo.
  • Moverte entre preparación, lavado, limpieza y otras responsabilidades de BOH según sea necesario para apoyar al equipo.
Ser un Gran Compañero de Equipo
  • Trabajar en estrecha colaboración con el equipo de liderazgo de cocina y tus compañeros para mantener las operaciones funcionando correctamente.
  • Seguir instrucciones, comunicarte claramente y hacer preguntas cuando necesites aclaraciones.
  • Mantener una actitud positiva, confiable, respetuosa y colaborativa en cada turno.
  • Apoyar a tus compañeros donde sea necesario durante los períodos de mayor actividad.
  • Apoyar la cultura de Hometown aprendiendo nuestros estándares, ayudando a los demás a tener éxito y poniendo esos valores en práctica todos los días.
Lo Que Aportas
  • Se prefiere experiencia previa en preparación, lavado de platos o cocina, pero estamos dispuestos a capacitar a la persona adecuada.
  • Conocimiento básico de prácticas de seguridad alimentaria y sanitización.
  • Se prefiere certificación ServSafe o puede obtenerse al momento de la contratación.
  • Habilidades básicas con el cuchillo o disposición para aprender.
  • Buena organización, atención a los detalles y compromiso con la limpieza.
  • Capacidad para trabajar eficientemente tanto de manera independiente como en equipo.
  • Disposición para trabajar en preparación, lavado, limpieza y otras responsabilidades de cocina durante el turno.
Requisitos Físicos
  • Capacidad para permanecer de pie y moverse por la cocina durante períodos prolongados.
  • Capacidad para levantar y transportar hasta 50 libras.
  • Capacidad para manipular de manera segura ollas, sartenes, platos, ingredientes y equipos de cocina.
  • Comodidad para trabajar en un ambiente de cocina de ritmo rápido que puede incluir calor, agua y movimiento frecuente.
Por Qué Te Encantará Trabajar Aquí
  • Ser una parte esencial de un equipo de cocina solidario y colaborativo.
  • Desarrollar habilidades en preparación de alimentos, operaciones de cocina, sanitización y seguridad alimentaria.
  • Adquirir experiencia en múltiples áreas de la operación de BOH.
  • Ver el impacto directo que tiene tu trabajo en el éxito de cada servicio.
  • Crecer junto a una empresa que valora la calidad, el trabajo en equipo, la responsabilidad y el desarrollo.
Pago y Beneficios

Pago: A partir de $17 por hora, con oportunidades de aumento según la experiencia y el desempeño.

Beneficios y Ventajas:

  • Beneficios de Comida para Empleados y Descuento para Empleados
  • Descansos Pagados
  • 401(k)
  • Excelente Equilibrio entre el Trabajo y la Vida Personal — No hay turnos hasta altas horas de la noche; nuestros cafés cierran a las 5 p. m.
  • Licencia Pagada y Licencia por Enfermedad
  • Seguro Médico disponible para todos los empleados regulares de tiempo completo
  • Oportunidades de crecimiento y desarrollo
  • Ambiente de trabajo solidario y colaborativo
Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo (EEO)

Hometown Coffee & Juice es un Empleador que Ofrece Igualdad de Oportunidades y está comprometido con crear un lugar de trabajo diverso e inclusivo.

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