Early Morning Prep Cook - Downtown Jo's Coffee

Job Description

This shift helps with the prep and production of our commissary products for our other locations. We have part-time and full-time positions available. Shifts are 4:30am - 10:30am

About our Company:

Jo’s has a reputation for building memorable experiences that offer more than just a great cup of coffee. Passion for design, tireless attention to detail, and a commitment to creating authentic culture have earned Jo's a unique place in the hearts and minds of those who visit us (especially the dogs, the dogs are always welcome). We do our best to keep Austin running in more ways than just sustenance—every event, snack, and drink is created for the communities in which we exist. We believe above all else in creating an awareness of and connection to a sense of place in all that we do.

Jo’s Coffee is proud to be a part of Bunkhouse, a hospitality company that believes in inspired design, connection to place and the value of community. Bunkhouse has designed and developed a celebrated portfolio of hospitality projects including Hotel San José, Hotel Saint Cecilia, Austin Motel, Hotel Magdalena, Carpenter Hotel and Jo’s Coffee in Austin, Hotel Havana and Ocho in San Antonio, El Cosmico in Marfa, Texas, The Phoenix in San Francisco, California, Hotel San Cristóbal in Baja, Mexico and Shady Villa in Salado, Texas.

We're looking for someone with:

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

A great attitude and a desire to make great food for our guests!

Two (2) years related experience in hospitality or service industry (preferred, but not required)

Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace

Bunkhouse is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Job Responsibilities:

Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures

Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware

Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices

Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters

Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage

Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs

Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests

Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met

Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area

Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition

Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property

Based upon fluctuating demands of the operation and to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to perform a multitude of different functions not specifically related to this position. This person may be expected to perform other tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Furthermore, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and revision.

Benefits:

Bunkhouse pays competitive wages and offers a liberal working environment that encourages individuality and creativity. We offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 20 hours/week or more that includes:

Highly subsidized Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage

Short Term Disability coverage

Generous Paid Time off (Full Time)

Free stays at Bunkhouse hotels (Full Time)

401k with company matching

Employee Discounts

8 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave (Full Time, after 1 year)

Working Conditions/Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

The working environment is a commercial kitchen and restaurant

The person in this position may have to lift up to fifty (50) pounds on a daily basis; anything over fifty (50) pounds is considered a minimum two (2) person lift

The person having this position may have to remain stationary at a cook/grill/prep station for eight (8) hours, move or traverse restaurant and kitchen spaces frequently

May need to push, kneel, bend, balance, squat, reach and stretch for up to two (2) hours per day

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Bunkhouse Core Values:

BE REAL. We treat everyone like human beings. We are respectful and authentic, we listen, and we develop meaningful relationships with guests, customers and each other. We encourage our employees to have a voice and to use it to improve the work we do.

CREATE MAGIC. In design, service and all things, we go above and beyond to inspire. Every detail counts, and we believe that our work is a collaboration that depends on all of us bringing our creativity and passion to work with us every day.

BE HERE NOW. In our work, creating a sense of place is important. We contribute to the fabric of our respective communities by honoring, representing and supporting the communities in which our businesses exist. We make it our goal to be experts on our cities, and we leave travelers with a sense of where they have been.

EMBRACE ADVENTURE. We don’t always know where the road will lead, but we know that we’ll have each other along the journey. We strive to learn and grow from our experiences, to create meaningful structure along the way and, in some cases, to embrace chaos when necessary.

LOOK TOWARDS THE FUTURE. We work with a spirit of continuous improvement in all areas. We seek to provide a path of growth for all of our employees and for Bunkhouse as a whole.