Line Cook - Mateo St., Los Angeles

POSITION:  Line Cook

CLASSIFICATION:  Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Commissary Manager

LOCATION: Mateo

Verve makes days! From Farmlevel to Streetlevel, our passionate and dedicated employees constantly strive to provide an authentic, superior coffee experience. We're looking for a dedicated and passionate cook to join our team in Los Angeles. You will be responsible for cooking food to order, as well as preparing raw ingredients and providing a memorable dining experience for our guests. You’ll be surrounded by a wealth of knowledgeable baristas, and participate in the creation of the perfect food pairings for our café staples. Join us and live with Verve!

Key Responsibilities 

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes and quality standards

• Follow production lists to prep food and keep the stations fully stocked throughout the day

• Communicate any production needs, ordering or waste with the Chef

• Maintain a clean and organized work station

• Ensure all food safety guidelines are followed

• Assist in the cleaning and organizing of the kitchen

• Communicate any facilities or equipment maintenance with the Chef

• Follow First in First Out (FIFO) procedures when storing and using products

• Correctly and clearly label ingredients and finished good

• Assist with daily 'mise en place' and prep work as needed

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 1 - 2 years of kitchen experience, or are a recent culinary graduate

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

• We work early mornings and weekends, so a flexible schedule is a must

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn and contribute to the success of the team is key

• You must have a CA food handlers license or the ability to get one within 30 days

• The hours can be part-time/full-time based on availability, available weekends and Holidays, Hours can fluctuate due to the needs of the business.

Physical Requirements

The following physical demands outline the requirements necessary for employees to effectively carry out the essential functions of this position. 

During the performance of duties, employees are expected to engage in regular communication, auditory perception, and reading tasks. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill essential job functions. This role is dynamic and involves prolonged periods of standing (or being on one's feet for up to 8 hours), walking, bending, stooping, and crouching throughout the shift. Additionally, employees will be required to lift products and packaging overhead and may frequently handle items weighing between 25 and 50 pounds. Essential vision capabilities for this role encompass close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Furthermore, adept finger and wrist dexterity are essential for successful performance in this position.

Benefits and Compensation

• Available to all employees

  • Competitive Hourly wage

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Physical and mental health, financial and legal coaching available at no cost to the employee 

  • Free coffee with every paycheck and 30% employee discount on all merchandise, whole bean, beverages, and food items

  • Mentorship and positive work environment

  • Paid sick time

• After 60 days of employment

  • Healthcare Benefits (for full-time employees working over 30 hours per week) including medical, dental, vision and 401k

• Holiday Pay after 90 days of employment. 

  • Eight observed holidays per year 

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and location.

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Job responsibilities can change according to the operational needs of the business. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. 

Verve Coffee Roasters is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment that recognizes and celebrates diversity as an integral component of building a trusted brand and a successful team.  Candidates who can contribute to this mission are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.  Verve  is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, and discharge will be based on competence, performance, and business needs. Verve does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.