Kitchen/Food Prep

Cafe Zupas is a rapidly growing fast-casual restaurant chain known for its fresh, house-made, and globally inspired soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts prepared daily on-site in their kitchens. Since opening their first location in 2004, Café Zupas has expanded to over 85 kitchens across 8 states with plans to continue this growth trajectory. The company prides itself on delivering slow food served fast, emphasizing the use of real, whole foods and the importance of exceptional hospitality from their team to create an unparalleled dining experience. Recognizing the value of their employees, Cafe Zupas offers a unique work culture centered around teamwork, positivity, gratitude, and personal growth. Employees benefit from hands-on, personalized training and a modern, energetic work environment.

This job posting is for a Kitchen Team Member position at Cafe Zupas, which includes roles such as soup cook, prep cook, dish, and lobby positions. The position offers a daytime set schedule with no Sundays, early mornings, or late nights, promoting a healthy work-life balance. One of the standout employment features at Cafe Zupas is the opportunity for career advancement — team members are eligible for up to five raises in their first year and have 100s of leadership positions available to grow into. Each team member has a clear and defined career path, empowering employees to control their own promotions and wage increases. The position is not only about cooking; it’s about being part of a collaborative group that values teamwork above all else and constantly innovates within the restaurant space.

In this role, employees prepare fresh produce for menu items, cook house-made soups, spreads, and dressings, organize and maintain clean dining areas, manage dishwashing duties, and maintain a positive and supportive attitude towards coworkers and customers alike. The kitchen environment is hands-on and involves working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment with no greasy grills, fryers, or microwaves – focusing instead on fresh, quality food preparation. Employees also enjoy a 50 percent discount on food while working and a culture that nurtures personal well-being and professional growth. Sundays are always off since Café Zupas is closed on that day, underscoring their commitment to employee rest and satisfaction.

This position suits individuals who are quick learners, detail-oriented, and able to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen. Previous kitchen experience is preferred but not required, making it accessible for those who are passionate about food and hospitality and want to start or advance their career in the restaurant industry. Working at Cafe Zupas means becoming part of an innovative brand that challenges the norm, supports its team members with growth opportunities, and values hospitality as the key to its success.