Sissle & Daughters is a soon-to-open all-day cafe, wine bar, and grocer in Portland’s Woodford’s Corner neighborhood, from the folks at The Cheese Shop of Portland. Our focus is on quality from the ingredients we source, foods we cook, and service we provide. We aim to create a positive work environment full of opportunities to learn and create meaningful connections with our colleagues and customers. Hiring for September training. Estimated opening October.
We are looking for a team of kitchen professionals who care about the craft of cooking, are passionate about great ingredients & making straightforward, delicious food. Ideal candidates will show an interest in charcuterie & whole animal butchery, show respect for the products we work with and the people who make or grow them, and most of all for the people working beside you. These roles are daytime hours of production cooking, no live fire tickets.
Primary Responsibilities:
Wash dishes and return them to their proper home.
Maintain cleanliness throughout the space.
Support kitchen staff by completing a daily prep list.
Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment, working effectively alongside the entire team, across departments.
Execute nightly closing protocol.
Along with the rest of the kitchen team, execute deep cleaning schedule as assigned.
Qualifications:
Strong knife skills.
Attention to detail and high cleanliness standards.
Ability to work independently while following a prep list.
Ability to stand and work for 8+ hours.
Able to lift 50+ pounds.
Available to work some weekends and holidays.
