Kitchen Team Members for Mamahuhu Palo Alto

Our Kitchen

Mamahuhu’s kitchen is built around a custom-made wok range — each burner runs at 120,000 BTUs, transforming ingredients in seconds and creating unique, complex flavors. The speed of wok cooking means preparation is everything: vegetables cut carefully, meats marinated and sliced, sauces ready, and every station set before service begins.

Our BOH team works together to prepare and execute each service at a high standard in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The Role

As a Kitchen Team Member, you’ll:

• Prep and cook menu items to recipe standards
  
  
• Operate wok, fry, and cold stations
  
  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
  
  
• Monitor ingredient levels and restock as needed (FIFO method)
  
  
• Assist with setup and breakdown of stations
  
  
• Follow food safety and SF Health Department protocols
  
  
• Support teammates with side work and dishes during slower hours
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• 1–2 years of cooking experience (preferred)
  
  
• Strong communication skills

• Has a strong work ethic, and thrives to help shape a close-knit team
• Enjoys working with others
• Self-aware, receptive to constructive criticism and active in taking action to constantly improve
• Accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
  
  
• Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure
  
  
• Organized, self-motivated, and a true team player
  
  
• Food Handler Certification (required or ability to obtain)
• Interest in Chinese-American cuisine (a plus!)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $18.20-$21 hr + tips
  
  
  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
  
  
  
• Employee meals + discount
  
  
  
• Flexible scheduling
  
  
• Supportive team and positive environment