Team Member

At Bad Garden Kitchen, we’re not just cooking meals – we’re cooking for a mission. Our goal is to make plant-based eating more exciting and relevant through bold flavors, innovative methods, and an unapologetically fresh approach.

We prepare crave-worthy food every day – no compromises. You’ll receive the training and support to feel confident mastering every station, from grilling and prepping to top notch service. We take pride in delivering exceptional customer experiences and rely on each team member to help create the vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that makes Bad Garden Kitchen special.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to the industry, we’re looking for passionate and enthusiastic people who want to help redefine what it means to eat plant-based. If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s shaking up the food world, we’d love to meet you! See more details below and apply today.

Responsibilities & Requirements
As a Team Member at Bad Garden Kitchen, you’ll have the opportunity to master multiple roles within the restaurant. Whether you’re helping craft bold, plant-based creations or connecting with customers, you’ll be part of redefining how people experience plant-based eating. From the register to the grill, from morning prep to evening close, every team member plays an important role and has the opportunity to work in all areas of the restaurant.

Here’s what your role may include:

• Customer Service Excellence: Creating a welcoming and positive experience for every customer, ensuring their needs are met with a smile.
• Kitchen Wizardry: Cooking, maintaining safety & sanitary criteria and ensuring our innovative plant-based meals meet our high-quality standards.
• Expo Mastery: Preparing and serving beverages/desserts, ensuring orders are accurate and delivered promptly, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the beverage/counter station.
• Prep Power: Washing, chopping, and preparing ingredients to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
• Cleaning Machine: Keeping the restaurant clean and organized, including tables, floors, restrooms, and workstations, to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in fast-casual restaurants is a plus but not required.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Comply with all food safety standards.
• Perform all position duties, including extra responsibilities as needed based on customer volume demands.
• Interact with all team members in a positive and productive manner.
• Assist in weekly inventory tasks.
• Accurately receive daily deliveries and put items away in proper locations.
• Maintain organization in all product storage areas.
• Communicate any product, production, or prep needs to managers promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in all areas of the restaurant, including thorough and timely cleaning of workstations at the close of business.
• Basic math skills and the ability to operate a POS system.
• Flexibility to work a dynamic schedule, including nights and weekends.
• High energy and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• A passion for learning and growing – we’ll help you master every station.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• ServSafe Certification a plus but not required.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 30 per week

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lancaster, PA 17603 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $17