Kitchen Assistant - General Baking and Dim Sum

About us

Marupo Eats is a small business in Washtenaw County. We are customer-centric, inclusive and collaborative. Marupos strives to share different cultures through food. As our product and service offering continues to expand, we hope to bring a taste of home to immigrants from abroad as well as bring new flavors to the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti community.

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities (to --> Kitchen Manager --> Operations Manager)
• Flexible working hours
• On-the-job training

We are seeking an enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our team in a team-oriented commercial kitchen setting. As a Kitchen assistant - generalist, you will be responsible for creating our signature baked products (Egg Tarts, Bo Lo Bao) as well as tasty, cultural treats such as spring rolls and dumplings (Siu Mai) and bringing them to the Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti communities.

Please note we have 2 Kitchen locations:

• Primary = 1608 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
• Secondary = 4175 Whitmore lake Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Candidates are expected to be able and willing to reliably commute to both locations

This position is open to both part time (approx 8-12 hours a week) and full time opportunities

Full time would require fixed schedule 4 hours shifts during weekdays plus at least 1 shift on either Saturday or Sunday

Compensation:

- Part Time Base pay starts at $12 an hour during on-the-job training

- Part Time Base pay increases to $14 after training completion (and further based on consistency/performance)

- Performance bonus available based on productivity (meeting quota within planned hours)

- Spot bonus available every pay cycle (every 2 weeks) based on business milestones (___ tarts sold, successful first pop-up at new location)

- Referral Bonus program available

Responsibilities:
- Prepare, bake and cook a variety of cuisines (pastries, bread, springrolls, Siu Mai, mango sago, savory treats)

- Warewashing after baking to ensure kitchen is pristine and ready for next baking session

- Follow recipes and instructions to ensure consistency and quality

- Monitor inventory levels and notify manager of low-stocks for ordering

- Maintain a clean and organized work area

- Work with the kitchen team to ensure timely delivery of goods for catering events and pop-up sales (e.g. Farmers Market)

- Communicate with other team members (e.g. sales staff) to continuously improve on customer experience, employee experience and overall team productivity

- [Full Timer] Ability to coordinate and handle Pick-up and Walk-In customer order flow

Required Qualifications:
- Ability to respond to communications within 24 hours on Phone Apps (Discord, Square team)

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

- Proficiency in using knives/cleavers, measuring scales

- Adeptness and and hand dexterity

- Comfort dealing with animal products (meat, shrimp, fish)

- Knowledge of cooking techniques and methods (Steaming / Stir-fry / Deepfry)

- Comfort with hot appliances, operating walk-in fridge/freezers and countertop deep fryers

- Ability to read and follow recipes accurately

- Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

- Excellent time management skills

- Open to work evenings and weekends (Thursday/Friday/Saturday) as needed

- Access to a car or other means to commute to and from work independently

- [Full Time] Comfortable with customer interactions, cash operation, PoS operation

- [Full Time] Comfortable with order to pickup workflow and related problem solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience working in a commercial kitchen setting

- Experience operating a 3-compartment sink and commercial dishwasher/dishline

- Experience with traditional Asian-cooking techniques and dumpling wrapping.

- ServSafe Food Handler or Food Manager Certification (Manager Certification required for consideration for Kitchen Manager & Ops Manager)

- Access to a Intermediate SUV or bigger for work purposes

Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience and productivity

- Opportunities for career growth within the company

- Spot bonus opportunities (based on productivity and team milestones)

- Flexible work schedule (unlimited unpaid leave with 1 week advance notice)

- Opportunities for supplemental remote work (advertising material creation, web design, supply chain management)

If you have a passion for cooking/baking and are excited about the opportunity to work in both catering and commercial kitchen settings, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, inclusion, and the unique perspectives each individual brings. We believe that a vibrant and inclusive workforce fuels creativity, innovation, and growth. As we continue to expand our business, we are committed to creating a workplace that is welcoming and respectful to all.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Shift:

• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What exotic cultural dishes have you made before? Was this made at a home setting or commercial setting?
• What made you interested in applying specifically with Marupo?
• Please provide your general availability during the week by day (Mon - Sun)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ann Arbor, MI 48103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $16