Kitchen Prep / Dishwasher - Bayfield Café

About Wonderstate Coffee

For us, coffee is a source of wonder. Since 2005, Wonderstate has roasted earnest and extraordinary coffees that honor relationships and champion our collective future. Our coffees, and our values-lead approach, have caught on. As the 2010 Roast Magazine Roaster of the Year and five-time Good-Food award winner, our mission continues to expand with three cafes and strong customer relationships in grocery stores, coffee shops, and offices around the Upper-Midwest and all over the country.  Yet like the Driftless region we call home, we know you don’t have to be big to make an impact. From our industry-leading minimum price guarantee to farmers, to our 100% solar powered roastery, 5% Giving program, and embracing a healthy work-life balance for all staff, we’re working to do our part. 

We're seeking collaborative, curious, and kind people to join us and to build our collective future, together.

Position Overview

The Kitchen team member plays a vital role in ensuring Wonderstate Café operates smoothly and efficiently. This position combines the responsibilities of both Prep Cook and Dishwasher, supporting the kitchen team with food prep, plating, sanitation, dishwashing, and general kitchen operations.

Kitchen team members contribute to the café’s success by demonstrating speed, accuracy, and attention to detail, all while upholding Wonderstate’s core value of “Excellence. Always.” This is a fast-paced, hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their day and thrives in a team environment.

Benefits 

• Telehealth, Dental & Vision (working over 20 hours/week)
• Supplemental Insurance (working over 20 hours/week)
• Retirement Plan
• Wellness & Commuter Reimbursements
• Free coffee to each employee
• Shift meals & drinks
• Wonderstate discount on food, beverages & merchandise

Core Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Support

• Execute food prep tasks according to daily prep lists and kitchen priorities
• Assist cooks with plating and food assembly as needed
• Understand and follow recipes and menu production standards
• Track and communicate low-stock items to the Kitchen Lead or Cafe Manager in a timely manner
• Help put away and organize food orders
• Deliver food to customers during peak times

Dishwashing & Cleaning

• Wash and sanitize dishes, tools, and kitchen equipment using proper procedures
• Keep dish station clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout the shift
• Scrub pots, pans, and kitchen items thoroughly
• Bus tables and dishes from the dining room and sanitize café surfaces
• Sweep and mop floors in both café and kitchen as needed
• Participate in daily, weekly, and quarterly cleaning tasks, including deep cleans

Team & Operations

• Collaborate with the Kitchen Lead and café team to complete tasks efficiently
• Contribute to a positive and respectful team culture
• Give and receive feedback with professionalism and gratitude
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Uphold Wonderstate’s kitchen systems, values, and quality expectations

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None

Requirements & Desired Skills

• Clear, respectful communication with team members and customers
• Ability to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced kitchen
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Impeccable follow-through and attention to detail
• Willingness to take initiative and support wherever needed
• Dependability: consistently arrives on time and dressed appropriately
• Desire to grow as a kitchen professional and learn new skills
• Passion for organic, ethically sourced, high-quality food and coffee
• Prior kitchen experience preferred, but not required 

Work Environment

• Schedule varies weekly
• Weekend availability is required
• Participation in quarterly deep clean process
• Participation in special events or catering on occasion
• Attendance at monthly staff meetings required
• Physical demands include standing for long periods, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, and repetitive motion
  

Hours, Wage & Location

• Onsite, Bayfield, WI
• Non-exempt, Part-time or Full-time position  
• Tipped position - starting wage is $12.00 per hour, based on experience.  Estimated tips are on average between $4-5 on an hourly basis.  
  
• Wonderstate guarantees a minimum of $15.00 per hour for all hourly employees.  If an employee's combined base wage and tips (if applicable) do not meet this rate, Wonderstate will make up the difference.
  

Other duties

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Wonderstate is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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