Cook / Kitchen worker Multi-Brand Cloud Kitchen

Cook / Kitchen worker

Job Title: Cook / Kitchen worker – Multi-Brand Cloud Kitchen
Location: Irving 
Type: Part-Time for initial 3 months later based on performance Full-time

About the role
We are looking for a Cook / Kitchen worker to manage the entire back-of-house across three concepts:

• Coffee & snacks (Kaffe & Karvings)
• Gourmet sandwiches
• Healthy & comfort bowls

This role starts with menu research and testing in a cloud kitchen

Key Responsibilities

Menu Development (All Concepts)

• Work with the owner and General Manager to develop and finalize menus for:
  • Coffee & snack items
  • Hot & cold sandwiches
  • Grain/salad/comfort bowls
• For each item:
  • Test multiple versions
  • Collect feedback
  • Adjust for taste, speed, and cost
• Create standard recipes and documentation:
  • Ingredient lists and prep steps
  • Portion sizes (weights, scoops, etc.)
  • Cooking times and methods
  • Photos or notes for plating/packaging

Kitchen Setup & Daily Operations

• Set up efficient stations for:
  • Coffee & snacks
  • Sandwich line
  • Bowls section
• all prep and cooking:
  • Batch cooking of grains, proteins, sauces, toppings
  • Daily prep list and production plan
• Train and guide cooks / assistants to:
  • Maintain consistent taste and portioning
  • Keep a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Ensure orders are prepared accurately and on time, considering delivery SLAs.

Quality, Safety & Hygiene

• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation across all brands.
• Implement proper food storage, labeling, rotation (FIFO).
• Ensure compliance with local health codes and food safety rules.
• Support in health inspection readiness as the physical store opens.

Inventory & Cost Awareness

• Work with General Manager to:
  • Create prep and ordering par levels.
  • Reduce wastage through better prep planning.
• Provide input on recipe costing and help adjust ingredients/portions to meet target margins without compromising quality.

Teamwork & Growth

• Be a role model in the kitchen with:
  • Positive attitude
  • Calm under pressure
  • Clear communication
• Help interview and train new kitchen staff as the business grows.

Requirements

• 4–6+ years experience as a Cook / Line Cook / Sous Chef.
• Comfortable cooking:
  • Café-style snacks and light bites
  • Sandwiches (grilled, cold, toasted)
  • Bowls (grains, salads, roasted vegetables, proteins, sauces)
• Experience in recipe creation and standardization.
• Strong understanding of prep, batch cooking, and delivery-friendly food.
• Able to work evenings and weekends as needed.