Prep Cook

Location: Burma Superstar Oakland

Position: Prep cook

Salary: $20.00-22.00

Calling all foodies, the passionate, the inspired!

At Burma Inc it is more than just a “job” and we are more than just a “company”. We are a small but mighty group of individuals passionate about food, life, people and culture. We are strong believers that food should be more than just fuel, it should be celebrated, act as a source of discovery, connection and feed a sense of adventure. 

Burma Inc is the company behind Burma Superstar, Burma Love and Burma Bites in the San Francisco Bay Area. What started out as a single restaurant with a vision to bring Burmese/Asian cuisine to the world, has quickly turned into a family of restaurants, a non-profit organization, as well as a retail line, and this is just the beginning. 

Together we are on a mission to bridge cultures through food, and we want YOU to join our mission!

Be a part of our story, what do you say? 

Position Summary: 

This role is more than a Prep Cook, it is the opportunity to act as a brand ambassador for bridging cultures through food. Take our patrons on a culinary adventure through education, quality customer service and making sure they have a positive experience at our restaurant! We are counting on you to be an extension of our brand. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Be a team player, and work together with your team to foster a healthy and warm atmosphere
• Assist line cooks and the kitchen manager with a variety of preparation work; cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc…
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc…
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, appetizers etc…
• Stores away delivered goods in appropriate location
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation area
• Label and store food according to restaurant standards
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Fill in for absent staff as needed
• Comply with health and safety codes

Qualifications: 

• Team player + Positive attitude
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent oral communication skills required
• Positive interpersonal skills required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a multicultural and diverse team
• Able to acquire a California Food Handlers, Sexual Harassment certifications (before or within 2 weeks of hiring)
• Bilingual is a plus
• Kitchen experience is a plus

A few reasons why you’ll love your job: 

• Opportunity to be part of a growing and passionate company and team
• Unique opportunity to bridge cultures through food
• Access to a path of advancement at Burma Inc
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Family style meals provided
• Employee Referral Program (up to $500)
• Employee Recognition Program 

Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO):

Burma Inc provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics and other protected classes. We also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with legal requirements. In addition to federal law requirements, Burma Inc complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates.