Kitchen Team Member – Wild Strawberry Cafe (Laguna Beach)
About Us:
Wild Strawberry Cafe is a bright, cozy, and fast-paced cafe in Laguna Beach known for quality food, coffee, and a positive team atmosphere. We’re growing quickly and looking for an energetic, reliable, and organized kitchen team member to join us.
The Role:
This is a hands-on position that keeps our kitchen running smoothly. You’ll be part of a small team that works together on everything — preparing orders, keeping the kitchen clean and organized, handling dishes, putting away deliveries, and making sure prep is always done for the next day. For the right person, there is lots of room to grow into a larger role with more responsibility.
Opening Shift Duties:
For opening shifts, you’ll:
- Make all salads for the display case
- Bake scones and banana bread
- Prep select items before the day starts to ensure the kitchen is ready for service
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare and complete food orders quickly and accurately based on tickets
- Help keep the kitchen clean, structured, and well-organized
- Handle daily prep so the kitchen is always ready for the next shift
- Wash dishes and support with general kitchen cleaning
- Put away food deliveries, rotate stock, and maintain labeling
- Work closely with the team to stay on top of tasks and maintain urgency
What We’re Looking For:
- Must be reliable and on time
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and stays organized under pressure
- Team player who brings a positive, encouraging attitude
- Dependable, motivated, and eager to work
- Takes pride in cleanliness and organization
- Strong communicator who can follow through and work with urgency
- Leadership qualities or desire to grow into a bigger role a huge plus
Schedule:
Ideally available for opening shifts:
- Wednesday–Friday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM
(We’re open to discussion if availability differs.)
Pay based on experience (discussed during interview)