Kitchen/Food Prep

Cafe Zupas is a flourishing restaurant brand known for its commitment to providing high-quality, fresh, and globally-inspired soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. Established in 2004, Cafe Zupas has grown significantly and now operates over 85 kitchens across 8 states, with plans to expand further. The company prides itself on the philosophy of "slow food served fast," creating a unique dining experience that emphasizes real, whole foods prepared fresh daily on-site. This approach has earned Cafe Zupas a respected reputation in the restaurant industry for quality and hospitality.

The company values its team highly and cultivates a positive, energetic work environment where collaboration and growth are paramount. Cafe Zupas is dedicated to creating a culture of gratitude and positivity, ensuring that employees feel both appreciated and empowered. This nurturing environment, combined with opportunities for advancement, positions Cafe Zupas as the best place to work within its industry.

The Kitchen Team Member role at Cafe Zupas offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about food preparation and customer experience. The position is designed to provide clear career progression with the potential for up to five raises within the first year, along with defined career pathways that each team member controls. Employees enjoy working a predictable daytime schedule with no Sundays, early mornings, or late nights, contributing to a healthy work-life balance. Each shift includes a free, house-made, high-quality meal, and employees benefit from 50% off food while working.

The duties of this role span preparing fresh produce, cooking house-made soups, spreads, and dressings, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, managing a state-of-the-art dishwasher, and ensuring an organized lobby area. There is no use of grease, grills, fryers, or microwaves in the kitchen, underscoring the fresh and health-conscious approach Cafe Zupas adopts. The role demands someone who is quick, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. While kitchen experience is preferred, it is not required, as personal, hands-on training is provided.

Team members work closely with others who prioritize teamwork and collaboration, contributing to a supportive and engaging workplace culture. Cafe Zupas encourages career growth, offering hundreds of leadership positions and opportunities to advance from kitchen roles to management positions. With a modern and energetic work atmosphere, employees find themselves part of an innovative company that challenges restaurant norms and fosters a space where both team and guests feel energized.

This is more than just a job; it is a career adventure in a company that values its roots while ambitiously growing and evolving. Cafe Zupas' dedication to quality, people, and growth creates a uniquely rewarding workplace for anyone interested in the culinary and hospitality field.