Team Member - Manayunk Cafe'

The Tomato Shack Salad & Pizza Co., formerly known as The Couch Tomato Cafe, is a thriving restaurant located in Manayunk. This uniquely charming eatery specializes in fresh, flavorful salads and artisanal pizzas, combining quick-casual dining with a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere. With a seating capacity of 60 to 80 covering three floors, including a full-service bar and a busy catering department handling over 500 orders per month, The Tomato Shack stands out as one of Manayunk’s go-to local dining spots. The establishment prides itself on its engaging team environment, emphasizing both quality food preparation and exceptional customer service. As a growing company with multiple branches, The Tomato Shack is poised for franchising in 2025, creating exciting opportunities for career growth and stability for its employees.

At The Tomato Shack, we are currently looking for motivated Team Members eager to build a career in the food service industry. This role is ideal for anyone interested in first gaining experience and training in various restaurant operations with a clear path toward becoming a waiter or waitress, and potentially advancing further into team leadership or management positions. With hands-on training, team members will rotate through food preparation stations becoming proficient in kitchen skills, assist in order coordination and expediting to ensure smooth service during busy periods, and deliver excellent customer service for dine-in, takeout, and delivery clientele.

The work environment here is fast-paced yet supportive, requiring team members to be agile as the restaurant spans three floors connected by multiple flights of stairs. Candidates must possess strong people and organizational skills, a solid work ethic, and the physical capability to move efficiently throughout the venue. Compensation for this position averages $17 to $18 per hour, including a $15 hourly wage plus pooled tips, with ample room for wage increases tied to cross-training, longevity, and performance incentives.

Joining The Tomato Shack offers more than just a job—it is a gateway to a career with potential for advancement, comprehensive training programs that cover culinary to administrative functions, and involvement in a quickly expanding restaurant brand. The management team is dedicated to fostering employees’ professional growth and provides compensation incentives aligned with responsibility growth. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop diverse skills in a dynamic food service setting while contributing to a vibrant local business. We encourage candidates who are team-oriented, motivated to learn, and committed to maintaining high standards of service to apply and take full advantage of the growth paths offered. Applications must be submitted through our official website to be considered, accompanied by a resume and cover letter for priority screening. The Tomato Shack values commitment and thoroughness in applicants to maintain its high-quality team and service standards.