What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Staff position at Burger & Butcher?
Kitchen Staff — Prep Cook, Line Cook & Food Runner
Burger & Butcher | 37B Woodport Rd, Sparta, NJ
About Us:
At Burger & Butcher, we don't cut corners — we cut fresh potatoes for our fries and fry everything in pastured beef tallow instead of seed oils. We call it the Clean Standard, and it shapes everything from the beef we source from Pat LaFrieda and Glenmalure Farms to the buns we get from Balthazar Bakery. We're a smash burger spot, but we take food quality and our team as seriously as any fine-dining kitchen.
We're growing our kitchen team and hiring prep cooks, line cooks, and food runners. Whatever your experience level, we're looking for people who care — about the food, about each other, and about the guests who walk through our door.
Why Work Here:
- Split tips, every shift. All kitchen staff share in tip pools — your hustle back of house is recognized and rewarded.
- A kitchen that cares. We treat our team the way we treat our ingredients: with respect and attention. You'll be trained properly, supported by a team that has your back, and given real opportunities to grow.
- Work that means something. We're proud of what leaves our kitchen. You'll learn real technique — clean cooking, proper knife work, food safety done right — not just fast food shortcuts.
Open Positions:
Prep Cooks — Get our kitchen ready to perform. Prep ingredients, portion proteins, and set up stations so the line runs smoothly all night.
Line Cooks — Own the grill, the fryer, and the pace of service. Cook our smash burgers and mains to spec, working fast without sacrificing the quality we're known for.
Food Runners — Be the last hands on a dish before it reaches the guest. Deliver food promptly, keep tables and dining areas clean and inviting, and make sure every guest feels taken care of.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and cook menu items to Burger & Butcher standards, working efficiently during busy service
- Keep kitchen stations, utensils, and equipment clean and sanitized throughout your shift
- Run food to guests promptly and with care, and bus tables to keep the dining room welcoming
- Lift and move supplies, ingredients, and equipment safely
- Follow food safety and handling procedures to the letter — our guests trust us with what they eat
- Operate our POS system Toast for order processing
- Greet guests warmly and treat every interaction as a chance to represent our brand
- Follow all health, safety, and sanitation policies
What We're Looking For
- Restaurant, food service, or hospitality experience preferred, but we're willing to train the right attitude
- Understanding of basic kitchen operations — prep, cooking, and cleaning
- Ability to lift safely and stay energized through a fast-paced shift
- Clear communicator who works well with a team and treats guests with warmth
- Familiarity with Toast POS a plus
- Food safety knowledge a plus
- A genuine interest in good food, clean ingredients, and taking care of people
If you want to be part of a kitchen that treats food — and people — with real care, we'd love to hear from you. Join the Burger & Butcher team and help us bring the Clean Standard to every plate.
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15