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Au Bon Pain

Prep Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

Au Bon Pain is a renowned bakery-cafe chain known for its commitment to providing fresh, high-quality food in a welcoming and efficient environment. Operating within the fast-casual dining industry, Au Bon Pain focuses on delivering a diverse menu that includes sandwiches, soups, salads, fresh-baked bread, and pastries. The company prides itself on creating a friendly, clean, and fast-paced cafe experience that appeals to a wide range of customers, from busy commuters to casual diners. With a strong emphasis on customer service, quality ingredients, and innovative food offerings, Au Bon Pain has established itself as a leader in the cafe operations... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Strong attention to detail and time management
  • Passion for quality, safety and sanitation
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Friendly attitude and team player who will contribute to the culture and standards of Au Bon Pain
  • Decision maker with ability to work independently
  • Urgent, proactive demeanor
  • Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)
  • Ability to move around the cafe to attend to the needs of guests
  • Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to position self to move items weighing up to 25 pounds from floor to shelves and cabinets above and below counter height

Job Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Strong attention to detail and time management
  • Passion for quality, safety and sanitation
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Can read, write, and speak English
  • Friendly attitude and team player who will contribute to the culture and standards of Au Bon Pain
  • Decision maker with ability to work independently
  • Urgent, proactive demeanor
  • Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours at a time)
  • Ability to move around the cafe to attend to the needs of guests
  • Ability to move, lift and handle equipment, supplies and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Ability to position self to move items weighing up to 25 pounds from floor to shelves and cabinets above and below counter height

Job Duties

  • Plan, prepare and stock ingredients and products for cafe operations
  • Ensure correct par levels are being prepared daily
  • Ensure that all products meet Au Bon Pain's standards of freshness and appearance
  • Work with the management teams to plan prep schedules
  • Keep work area clean, organized and stocked, responsible for proper sanitation of the work environment
  • Assist management expediting on the line to ensure guest satisfaction
  • Knowledge of all Au Bon Pain products
  • Listen, respond and resolve all guests' requests quickly and efficiently
  • Demonstrate hospitality, respect and a friendly attitude toward guests and fellow team members
  • Resolve any problems and keep management informed about issues and problems as they arise
  • Provide on-the-job training for new prep team members
  • Other related responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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