At Blue Bottle, our mission is to connect the world to delicious coffee. From seed to cup, we elevate the craft of coffee in everything we do. We strive to build a better tomorrow by investing in what matters: a sustainable future for our people, the company, and our planet.
About the job
Our commissary team is dedicated to making delicious, sustainable, and creative food for guests with the highest quality ingredients available. The Commissary Dishwasher / Prep Cook is essential to the success of our kitchen every day.
This position is based out of our West Sacramento facility.
The schedule for this position is Thursday - Monday, 7:00am - 3:30pm.
You will:
Wash and sanitize kitchen equipment, smallwares, and utensils utilizing handwashing and dishwashing machinery at a rapid pace
Maintain the dishwashing area throughout the day and ensure all dishes are handled safely and with food safety considerations
Execute daily ongoing responsibilities along with any other momentary requests that may arise through the course of the production day
Refill and restock ingredients as necessary, replenishing production supplies and cleaning materials
Participate in daily, weekly and monthly cleaning routines
Support the savory and pastry teams in food preparation; this includes scaling recipes for from-scratch recipes, mixing and combining ingredients, slicing using a deli slicer, and portioning finished products
Support your teammates in keeping the kitchen running smoothly by communicating effectively, collaborating and pitching in wherever is needed
Ensure your station and equipment are in tip-top shape, always cleaning as you go
Prioritize food safety and physical safety in the workspace as paramount
Adhere to GMP policies and practices within the commissary and production facility, utilizing PPE and following dress code
Practice kitchen etiquette while moving through our workspace
Work in close physical proximity with your teammates
Arrive on time and ready for your shift - working proactively and efficiently
Anticipate the need to pivot and adapt when plans change
You are:
Reliable and consistent; your teammates, leads and manager can always depend on you to arrive punctually and ready to engage
A person who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced and high-energy environment
Willing to cultivate strong working relationships with your team and manager by openly giving and receiving feedback while maintaining a growth mindset
Welcoming to all, contributing to a safe environment where you and your teammates can have inclusive experiences
An empathetic listener who acknowledges the value of different points of view
You have:
Relevant experience working in a professional kitchen
A thorough understanding of how to safely operate in a professional kitchen environment, responsibly operating, cleaning and maintaining professional equipment
A deep love for food and creating exceptional products for guests
The ability to work five days per week, including at least one weekend shift and holidays as required
Food Handler’s Certificate or certification within 30 days of hire
The ability to read and speak English proficiently
Basic math and writing skills
Physical Requirements:
The ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time (at least 8 hours per day and 5 days per week)
The use of hands to handle or feel, and the ability to reach with hands and arms
The ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch
The ability to squat, bend, twist, and reach for items below waist level or above shoulders
The ability to lift, push/pull, carry, and/or move up to 50 pounds
The ability to listen and speak
The ability to climb ladders, stairs, ramps, and uneven floors and/or surfaces as needed
The ability to have close visual acuity to perform repetitive visual checking, counting, spotting small defects, determining accuracy of numbers and packages
This role takes place in a production warehouse environment and may involve exposure to environmental conditions, including elevated temperatures from roasting and processing equipment, mechanical noise, and cooler temperatures in storage areas.
A Few Benefits We Offer:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees starting on your first day
Best-in-class coffee training and continuing education
Free membership into the Specialty Coffee Association of America and discounts on events (including Expos and Championships)
401(k) plan
Paid time off & paid volunteer hours
50% discount on all products, both online and in-cafe; this includes food, beverages, whole-bean coffee, and merchandise
Flexible spending account & commuter benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Additional benefits information
At Blue Bottle Coffee, you’ll be a vital part of our guests’ experience and a crucial link in delivering the most delicious coffee we can find to every person who walks through our doors, be it in person or online. If you’re ready to bring beautiful and thoughtfully rendered experiences to life, please apply and join us.
Blue Bottle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value an open mind, dedication to work, and a collaborative spirit. We hire based on these qualities, a job’s requirements, our business’s needs, and an applicant’s qualifications. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind in the hiring process or in the workplace.
We comply with the ADA and provide reasonable accommodations that allow qualified applicants/employees to perform the essential functions of the job. We also provide reasonable religious accommodations to applicants/employees to allow them to practice their bona fide religious beliefs. To request an accommodation, contact your People Partner.
We may refuse to hire relatives of present employees if doing so could result in actual or potential problems in supervision, security, safety, or morale, or if doing so could create other conflicts of interest.
We will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We participate in E-Verify. We will provide the federal government with employees’ Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the U.S. We will only use E-Verify once an employee has accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.