Prep cook/dishwasher job description

Working at Northstar Cafe is much more than just a job. It’s the chance to become an important member of a close-knit team, responsible for shaping the experience at a most-loved restaurant. It’s an opportunity to bring communities together and help them thrive. And it’s a way to play a key part in the bigger picture, supporting food practices that elevate local growers and producers and keep the environment healthy.

It’s also the best place to launch the rest of your working life. Here, you’ll gain the practical skills that will make you an outstanding professional in any industry. You’ll know how to maintain the highest standards and work in an environment of utmost integrity. And, you’ll develop the collaboration, communication, and leadership skills that will serve you throughout your career.
If you’re —

excited about real, local, organic, and artisanal ingredients passionate about cooking from scratch and meticulous about quality open to learning and growing your skills looking forward to being valued as an integral member of a team


— then becoming a member of the Northstar Cafe KITCHEN TEAM might be the perfect job for you.
Bring your upbeat attitude and gritty work-ethic. We’ll teach you the rest.




We want you to be successful here, and support you with:
thorough training in our production bakery and professional kitchen top-notch teammates who’ll become close friends An efficient, productive, upbeat work environment




Here’s what you’d do:
Create delicious food alongside a high-energy team with a sincere desire to delight guests Use the finest ingredients, including foods from more than twenty Ohio producers Prepare a broad menu from scratch using classic and modern cooking techniques and a variety of tools and machinery Take pride in being part of the most loved restaurant in the neighborhood




And our team gets great benefits:
medical/dental paid vacation healthy lifestyle reimbursement free meal with every shift (pretty much everyone’s favorite benefit) endless opportunities to grow, challenge yourself, and have fun




Our team loves working here, and we strive to make this a place worthy of them. Here’s what some of them had to say:
“We source locally whenever we can and always find ingredients of the highest quality. We have good relationships with people who deliver our food. It’s really a community that’s behind all of these amazing meals.”
“I’m proud of how clean we keep the restaurant, how we treat each other, and how we treat guests. Our standards are really high, which I love.”

“Shift meals is one of the best parts about working here! Our food is so wholesome and good.”
“The style of communicating, even when something’s wrong, is very kind. It makes people actually want to change. Learning this has helped me be a better communicator in all areas of my life.”
“I love being a part of a group of conscientious and intelligent people, and being a part of a company that has high standards of excellence. It’s truly a company that goes above and beyond.”

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• Career Opportunities and Development
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match (Must be 21, worked 3 months and 500 hours)
• Yearly raises
• Christmas bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee meals
• Weekly paychecks
• Minimal late nights

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a part time position that requires a minimum commitment of 16 scheduled hours per week. Flexibility is important. Shift assignments are discussed at the time of hire and should remain consistent within reason.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Individuals will be required to complete background check(s) per Pennsylvania state law prior to the start of employment.

We use E-Verify to confirm US employment eligibility

References may be requested at a future date

Company DescriptionA beautiful setting, a competitive salary, a convenient location, and a dedicated team - these are just a few examples of what makes Merion an attractive place to begin or grow your career. Located one block from the train station, The Merion Cricket Club is a private family club on the historic Main Line in suburban Philadelphia. It is a lively and energetic environment filled with year-round racquet sports, first-class dining and banquet facilities, a new modern fitness center and a resort-style aquatics complex. Service-oriented applicants willing to share their knowledge, professionalism and courteous personality will flourish in our Merion culture focused on providing exceptional member experiences in a team-oriented environment. Staff camaraderie is a cornerstone to providing this exceptional service and friendships are born over daily staff meals, our annual holiday party and employee appreciation events. Merion provides flexible work schedules as well as desirable full-time benefits including paid vacation, paid sick time, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401k retirement plan and life insurance. If you would like to become part of our team, apply today!

Reports to: Executive Chef Effective Date: 10/17/22

Job Summary:

Beaver Dam is a private winter club for members and is open mid October to mid March

The kitchen is utilized to provide food for the snack bar counter lunch during the week and school holidays, while the weekend offers lunch and breakfast. Snack bar food is prepared by the kitchen and cooked to order via the POS system. Food is simple sandwiches, fried food, burgers etc.

The kitchen also prepares higher end food for Friday and Saturday dinners during the week as counter service is going on. Friday and Saturday are buffets with hors d'oeuvres for club events or private parties.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Putting away products in correct locations

• Washing dishes, silverware, kitchen equipment, etc.

• Light food Prep needed for the day or week

• Light cooking with a grill/fryer

• Opening and Closing of Kitchen for the season

• Breaking down of buffet and cleaning of kitchen and tools

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills

• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

• Weekend Availability, PM dinner service, Double shifts

Education and Experience:

Kitchen experience required

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of Standing and on your feet and frequent movement

Able to lift 50lbs