What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep & Line Cook position at Mill & Whistle?
We’re the newest cafe in Wilmington and pride ourselves on being the consistent (open 7 days/week, year round), convenient (drive-thru), fast (order ahead, pick up), and quality (entirely house-made menu) option in town.
The Role
We’re hiring Prep & Line Cooks who take pride in their craft, work clean and fast, and care deeply about consistency. You’ll be responsible for food prep, assembly, and supporting our café team during busy hours.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has high standards, and takes pride in delivering consistent service to delight guests.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and assemble menu items following recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized kitchen workspace.
- Wash dishes, take out trash and maintain cleanliness of kitchen.
- Run opening and closing kitchen procedures.
- Receive and stock inventory; rotate products and track ingredients.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and labeling guidelines.
- Communicate with café staff to ensure smooth order flow and quick service.
- Assist with seasonal menu testing and new product prep.
- Support retail and café operations as needed.
About You
- Experience in a kitchen, café, or food production environment preferred (but we’ll train enthusiastic beginners).
- You work efficiently, stay calm under pressure, and love being part of a well-run operation.
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and a team player.
- Willing to work mornings, and some weekends, and holidays.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive hourly wage ($19-21/hr) plus tips ($5-10/hr avg depending on day of week).
- Flexible scheduling and stable, year-round employment. We’re open seven days a week, all seasons.
- Staff discounts on food, coffee, and retail goods.
- Cross-training opportunities across café, kitchen, and retail.
- Be part of the early team that shapes the systems, menu, and experience for our lunch operation.
We’re looking for teammates who are all in and who care about the work, their coworkers, and the customers we’ll serve every day.
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $5 - $10