What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Staff position at Dahlia Cove Studio?
Pay:$20-24 Per Hour (plus tips)
Part Time or Full Time Avaliable 15-35 Hours Per Week
Dahlia Cove Studio is seeking a reliable hands-on Kitchen Staff to lead daily prep and run service in a small, fast-paced tea kitchen. We serve Afternoon Tea and lunch, and pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming experience for both our guests and our team. We’re a closely knit, family-run business, and we care deeply about the culture we create. We’re looking for someone who brings a genuinely positive attitude, communicates well, and enjoys being part of a supportive, team-first environment.
Schedule:
- Thursday–Sunday: Full & half service day shifts (8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
- Prep shifts–Wednesday (4–6 hours)- occasionally Tuesdays
Responsibilities:
- Open and close the kitchen
- Must be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with all staff
- Ability to take feedback and corrective action well
- Opening duties included: Prep and assemble tea sandwiches, finishing desserts, and baking items
- Ability to follow protocols and checklists with detail
- PREP DAYS INCLUDE: preparing spreads, baking and batching cookies and desserts, preparing curd, jam and clotted cream, cleaning dishes, resetting fridges and freezers, etc
- Plate and quality-check tea tiers and lunch plates
- Lead kitchen workflow during service, fast paced high volume orders
- MUST WORK well in a team enviorment
- Must be able to wash dishes and maintain sanitation standards
- Follow food safety and temperature controls
- Receive deliveries and manage inventory of food & consumables
- Food runs or pick ups if needed
Qualifications:
- 1-5 years kitchen or culinary/resturant experience (preferred); not required
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and positive attitude
- Willingess to learn and be flexible
- Pastry/baking experience preferred; not required
- Food Handler’s Pemit
- ServSafe and MAST preferred
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods
- Comfortable working in small kitchens and high-volume service
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $24