We are currently hiring Café Cooks – Breakfast & Sandwich Preparation for both full-time and part time positions.

This position involves preparing fresh ingredients, assembling sandwiches, preparing breakfast items, washing dishes and kitchen equipment, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen and front-of-house areas.

Because Guffo Café operates an open-concept kitchen, our kitchen team members also play an important role in creating a welcoming atmosphere. We encourage friendly customer interactions, positive communication, and building good relationships with our regular customers.

We are looking for individuals who take pride in preparing quality food, enjoy working with people, and understand that cleanliness, teamwork, and customer experience are equally important.

The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, efficient, and comfortable working independently during busy breakfast and lunch periods.

Key Responsibilities1. Food Preparation & Order Execution

- Prepare and assemble Guffo Café's signature focaccia sandwiches, breakfast sandwiches, signature toasts, salads, and other menu items.
- Prepare breakfast selections, including eggs, smoked salmon toast, and other breakfast dishes.
- Wash, cut, portion, and organize fresh vegetables and ingredients.
- Prepare sandwich fillings, spreads, sauces, and other ingredients according to established recipes.
- Follow standardized recipes, portion sizes, and food presentation guidelines.
- Operate kitchen equipment, including panini presses, ovens, egg cookers, and other food preparation equipment.
- Ensure customer orders are prepared accurately, efficiently, and consistently.
- Maintain high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation.
- Prepare grab-and-go sandwiches and other food items for daily service.
- Ensure all food is handled, prepared, and stored according to established food safety procedures.

2. Customer Interaction & Open-Concept Kitchen

At Guffo Café, our kitchen is part of the customer experience. We believe that friendly interactions and genuine customer connections are just as significant as preparing great food.

- Greet and acknowledge customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Build positive relationships with customers, particularly regular visitors.
- Create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere through friendly communication.
- Maintain a positive attitude and professional appearance while working in the open-concept kitchen.
- Respond politely to customer questions about food items and ingredients.




- Communicate with customers when appropriate while maintaining productive kitchen operations.
- Work closely with baristas and front-of-house staff to provide excellent customer service.
- Handle customer feedback professionally and communicate concerns to management when necessary.
- Help create an environment that encourages customers to return.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing kitchen, recognizing that food preparation areas are visible to customers.

3. Daily Kitchen Preparation & Organization

- Complete daily food preparation before busy breakfast and lunch periods.
- Ensure all ingredients are properly prepared, portioned, and available for service.
- Maintain clean and organized food preparation stations and refrigerated storage areas.
- Prepare, package, and label grab-and-go sandwiches and other food selections.
- Monitor ingredient levels and restock preparation stations throughout the shift.
- Follow proper food storage, labelling, dating, and FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
- Monitor food freshness and minimize waste through proper portion control.
- Assist with receiving deliveries, checking products, and organizing inventory.
- Communicate ingredient shortages and inventory needs to management.
- Ensure the kitchen is properly prepared and stocked before handing over to the next shift.

4. Dishwashing, Equipment Cleaning & Kitchen Sanitation

Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen is an essential part of this position. Kitchen team members are expected to participate in dishwashing and cleaning duties throughout their shifts.

- Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, cutting boards, food containers, and kitchen tools.
- Operate the commercial dishwasher safely and follow proper dishwashing and sanitizing procedures.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, including panini presses, ovens, food preparation equipment, and other kitchen appliances.
- Clean kitchen equipment regularly according to established cleaning procedures.
- Clean and sanitize food preparation counters, workstations, sinks, and kitchen surfaces throughout the shift.




- Clean the interior and exterior of refrigerators, storage shelves, and kitchen equipment as assigned.
- Sweep and mop kitchen floors and maintain clean, safe working conditions.
- Empty kitchen garbage bins, replace garbage bags, and follow proper waste disposal procedures.
- Follow Guffo Café's Food Safety and Sanitation Plans.
- Complete assigned daily, weekly, opening, and closing cleaning duties.
- Ensure dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment are cleaned promptly to maintain efficient operations.

5. Front-of-House Cleaning & General Café Maintenance

At Guffo Café, cleanliness is a shared responsibility. All team members are expected to help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for our customers.

- Clean, wipe, and sanitize customer tables and seating areas.
- Assist with cleaning and maintaining the front-of-house dining area.
- Sweep and mop front-of-house floors as assigned.
- Clean and sanitize frequently touched surfaces and designated customer areas.
- Assist with cleaning display counters, surrounding surfaces, and other customer-facing areas.
- Empty front-of-house garbage bins and replace garbage bags when required.
- Maintain a tidy and organized customer seating area.
- Support the front-of-house team with general cleaning and maintenance tasks during quieter periods.
- Complete assigned front-of-house cleaning responsibilities before shift handovers and closing.
- Take initiative to maintain cleanliness throughout the café without waiting to be asked.

6. Kitchen Operations & Teamwork

- Work closely with baristas and front-of-house employees to ensure timely and accurate food service.
- Manage multiple food orders efficiently during busy breakfast and lunch periods.
- Prioritize tasks effectively while maintaining food quality and presentation.
- Communicate ingredient shortages, equipment issues, and operational concerns to management.
- Complete assigned opening, closing, and shift-handover responsibilities.
- Ensure preparation stations are fully stocked, clean, and ready for the next shift.
- Assist team members with food preparation, dishwashing, cleaning, and other operational duties when needed.
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive attitude.
- Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and contribute to smooth daily operations.

Pay: $18.25-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

📌 Café Cook – Breakfast & Sandwich Preparation (Vancouver)
🏢 Guffo Cafe
📍 Vancouver