Barista

Fig. is a daytime cafe that will open in April 2023 at the Kiewit Luminarium, a new, next-generation science center that will joyfully engage people of all ages and identities to explore astonishing phenomena and consider something new. Anticipated as a regional draw and a national model, Kiewit Luminarium’s interactive exhibits and programs will inspire lifelong interest and careers in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. In its unique location, Fig. has an opportunity to engage hundreds of thousands of people a year through the culinary experience that is crafted for museum goers as well as riverfront pedestrians and locals seeking high quality ingredients of a versatile menu, in a beautiful space. The Luminarium’s purpose-built, 82,000 sf facility is rising on the Omaha RiverFront and will serve as a backdrop to over 100 open-ended exhibit experiences. The cafe will seat 50 inside and 40 outside on the patio and boardwalk.

Our high volume kitchen prides itself on clean, efficient, and professional operation. Our menu is scratch-made classics for breakfast and lunch using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. We’re looking for line and prep cooks to help create a unique food experience.

Duties:
- Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously.
- Measure ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
- Monitor product freshness and rotate out old product based on a schedule created by the restaurant.
- Use safe food handling procedures and maintain superior personal hygiene practice at all times.
- Wash and sanitize work areas and equipment, wash dishes, take out trash.
- Measure seasonings, condiments, and ingredients for use in cooking.
- Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking.
- Operate cooking equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, and gas range.
- Expedite prepared orders fast and efficiently while ensuring everything meets high quality standards.
- Clean, stock, and restock workstations.

Qualifications:
- Experience in professional kitchens required
- Comfortable working on the line with others
- Ready for both prep & line work
- Strong attention to detail
- Work clean, fast, and efficient
- Strong work ethic and team player
- Effective communication skills
- Able to stand through duration of 8-hr shift
- Time management

Compensation and Perks:
- Compensation is commensurate with experience, but everyone in the kitchen will make $19-$24/hour.
- We treat our team like a family, everyone gets a complimentary shift meal and coffee. Our restaurant and kitchen is a very friendly environment where people are treated with respect. We have a zero tolerance policy for substance abuse and toxic attitudes.