What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Staff position at Ceremomy?
Kitchen Team Member — Ceremony (Providence, RI)
Location: 121 South Main St, Providence
Schedule: 5 days a week
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: $20 - $21
About Ceremony
Ceremony is a modern tea & coffee house with a small but mighty kitchen that crafts the food and inhouse syrups that pairs with our matcha and espresso program. We’re intentional, quality-driven, and community-minded—and we’re growing.
The Opportunity
We’re hiring a Kitchen Team Member to prep and assemble core menu items—onigiri, sandos, parfaits, and other signatures—and to produce our house-made purées and sauces used across the café.
What You’ll Do
- Prep & Assembly: Make onigiri, sandos, parfaits, and seasonal items to spec (weights/grams, visual standards)
- Production: Batch and label house purées, syrups, and sauces; track yields; follow par sheets
- Quality & Safety: Practice FIFO; date/label; manage allergens; uphold food safety & sanitation
- Organization: Keep the kitchen clean, stocked, and service-ready; maintain daily/weekly cleaning lists
- Receiving & Inventory: Assist with deliveries, storage, and rotation; flag low stock proactively
- Collaboration: Communicate clearly with café and bar teams to support smooth service
What We’re Looking For
- Reliable, punctual, and a team player with a calm, organized work style
- Able to follow recipes precisely and maintain consistent quality at pace
- Comfortable with knife work, digital scales, and basic kitchen equipment
- Food handler certification/ServSafe a plus (or willingness to obtain)
- Prior café/commissary/prep experience is helpful but not required—we’ll train the right person
Perks & Benefits
- 401(k) program
- Paid sick leave
- Wellness partnerships: heavily subitized membership with select wellness studios in Providence
- Birthday perks: gift cards to local restaurants, facial spa, or massage studios
- Employee drinks & product discounts
- Training, growth opportunities, and a supportive, creative team culture
Stand for most of the shift; frequent walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motions; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs; kitchen/café noise levels may be moderate to high during rushes.
Equal Opportunity
Ceremony is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace for all.
How to Apply
Email heather@ceremonypvd.com with:
- Subject: Kitchen Team Member – Your Name
- Your resume (or a brief summary of experience)
- Your weekly availability and start date
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Kitchen stations: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Providence, RI 02903 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $21