Prep Cook

Position Overview

The Prep Cook participates in the execution of daily breakfast, lunch and dinner service by supporting the culinary team. The Prep Cook will perform basic prep skills, monitor inventory and assist in creation of all craft items, including in-house sauces, condiments, etc. 

About Just Fare 

Just Fare is building a just world where food is a force for social change. We make good food — for people who enjoy eating, and for those who want a more equitable and just food system. Based in Oakland, CA, we offer a variety of services for workplaces; such as, Office Catering, Snack & Drink programs, event catering, commercial kitchen design and operate a community kitchen. We ground everything we do in service of creating a more responsible and ethical world.

1% of our revenue supports donated meals made by our charitable arm, Just Fare Community Kitchen. So far, we have delivered over 494,250 meals to communities fighting food insecurity in the Bay Area.

Tastes good. Does good.

About Workplace

Our Workplace business unit prepares and serves food for a variety of Bay Area companies and institutions. Ingredients are carefully selected from organic, local, independent farms - prioritizing purchasing from BIPOC and women-owned purveyors. Prepared to satisfy refined palettes and a diverse range of dietary sensitivities and preferences, our nourishing meals aim to delight employees. Our Workplace business unit offers multiple food program solutions to meet our clients' needs.

Responsibilities

• Daily execution of hot and cold food prep, salad bar and grab & go production
• Assist in the receiving and proper storage of all orders/inventory
• Assist in completing opening and closing duties
• Ensures time, temperature, and labeling standards are achieved

Qualifications & Requirements

• 2+ years experience in a formal kitchen environment with a passion for food and people
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills, local and seasonal ingredients and diverse cooking styles and cultures
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, communication and patience
• Attendance and punctuality is required with schedule flexibility determined by needs 
• Ability to be a self-sufficient problem solver and make sound decisions on-the-fly 
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Heavy Lifting of boxes containing produce/meat - Able to lift 50+lbs
• Basic Food Handler Certification

Schedule & Expectations

Typical schedule is Monday through Friday with hours dependent on the service. You are responsible for managing your schedule, based on your shift availability, with your supervisor.

Shift details: 6am to 2:30pm Monday to Friday

Compensation & Benefits 

• $22.50 / hourly. Competitive wages in an equitable tiered pay structure for all positions, rates are non-negotiable.
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Full time employees receive Health, dental, and vision insurance and Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals - After 90 days
• All employees 401K (retirement account) - After 90 days
• Commuter (pre-tax) - After 30 days
• Meal provided daily onsite at Oakland Commissary Kitchen
• Opportunity to develop your skills, work with amazing people & be a part of a force for social change!