Prep Cook at The Ground at Rittenhouse Square

? Rittenhouse Reports to: Kitchen Manager / Manager on Duty

At The Ground, our cozy plant-filled cafés stay buzzing from open to close and none of it would be possible without our kitchen team. We're hiring a hybrid Prep + Line Cook to join our back-of-house operations, helping us serve a tight, crave-worthy menu of wraps, baked goods, and grab-and-go favorites that fuel our drink-loving, pastry-snacking crowd.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving kitchen, isn’t afraid of a prep list, and enjoys collaborating with baristas and fellow cooks to keep things flowing smoothly. You'll work both on the line during service and in prep before or after rushes so multitasking, communication, and cleanliness are key.

• Execute hot and cold menu items quickly, cleanly, and to spec

• Stay calm and focused during busy service (especially weekends!)

• Communicate clearly with the FOH and kitchen teams

• Knock out prep lists (chopping, portioning, assembling grab-and-go wraps, etc.)

• Label, rotate, and stock grab-and-go coolers so they stay fresh and photo-ready

• Complete light baking and restocking of pastries as assigned

• Maintain a clean, organized line and prep station at all times

• Jump in on dishes, wipe downs, and deep cleaning when there’s downtime

• Follow food safety + sanitation procedures like a pro

• Collaborate across kitchen + café  we’re all one team

• Help with FOH restocks (ice, syrup, bins) when needed

• Flex between prep, line, and support depending on what the day calls for

• Have previous line or prep cook experience (even short order or breakfast-style)

• Love a clean, well-organized station and can handle multiple tasks at once

• Can lift up to 40 lbs and work on your feet for 6–8 hours

• Have a positive attitude, a sense of urgency, and love pitching in

• Are open to weekend or early AM shifts our busiest times

• Competitive hourly wage + pooled tips

• Staff meal + drink every shift

• Employee discount on drinks, food, gifts, and plants

• Flexible scheduling and opportunity to grow

• Supportive, upbeat team in a fast-paced café where we take our food (but not ourselves) seriously

?️ Cleanliness + Consistency From the wrap station to the waffle iron
? Teamwork We all pitch in, FOH or BOH
? Accountability Own your station, show up prepared
❤️ Pride + Care For the food, the space, and each other

Ready to roll up your sleeves and help us build the best small-but-mighty kitchen in Philly? Apply now via Culinary Agents and tell us why you’d make a great fit.