Benefits:

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Who We Are

Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea is a café experience built around exceptional food, craft beverages, and warm hospitality. Our kitchens are structured, fast-paced, and quality-driven. We believe great systems create great experiences—for our guests and our team.

What You’ll Do

As a Kitchen Teammate, you’ll support daily back-of-house operations by executing prep, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring all food meets Fairgrounds’ quality and safety standards. You’ll work closely with the Kitchen Lead and Café Leadership to keep the kitchen organized, stocked, and service-ready.

Key Responsibilities

Prep & Daily Execution

Complete daily prep lists accurately and on time

Follow recipes, portioning, and food quality standards

Ensure mise en place is ready before and during service

Properly label, date, and store all food items

In-Stock & Organization

Support par levels through accurate prep and communication

Alert leadership when items are running low or unavailable

Receive and put away deliveries using FIFO rotation

Keep coolers, storage areas, and workstations organized

Quality & Waste Awareness

Maintain food quality, freshness, and presentation standards

Log waste as directed and help reduce unnecessary food loss

Follow proper food handling and temperature guidelines

Cleanliness & Safety

Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation throughout each shift

Complete assigned cleaning tasks and checklists

Follow all health, safety, and sanitation standards

Assist with deep cleaning and weekly kitchen routines

Teamwork & Communication

Work collaboratively with kitchen and café teammates

Communicate clearly about prep progress and issues

Accept coaching and feedback to improve performance

What We’re Looking For

Kitchen, prep, or food service experience preferred (not required)

Strong attention to detail and organization

Ability to follow systems, recipes, and standards

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

Food safety certification or willingness to obtain

Why Work at Fairgrounds

Full-time hours with consistent scheduling

Opportunities for growth into Lead roles

Clear systems and expectations to support success

Supportive team environment focused on quality and hospitality

Competitive pay and benefits (where applicable)

Ready to Apply?

Apply today and join a team that takes pride in great food, clean kitchens, and strong execution—every shift.