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Cafe Yumm!

Restaurant Crew Member

Eugene, OR

$23.07/hr

Crew Members are entry level positions, but advancement opportunities are available. All Team ... Experience as a server, cook, cashier, host, or equivalent related experience is preferred. What is ...

Cafe Yumm!

Restaurant Crew Member

Eugene, OR

$23.07/hr

Crew Members are entry level positions, but advancement opportunities are available. All Team ... Experience as a server, cook, cashier, host, or equivalent related experience is preferred. What is ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level cook in Eugene, OR is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Entry Level Cook is responsible for basic food preparation and assisting in the kitchen under the supervision of senior chefs. Duties may include chopping ingredients, following recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety standards. This position helps individuals gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen setting. It is a great starting point for those looking to advance in the culinary field.

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As an Entry Level Cook, your workday often starts with prepping ingredients and setting up your workstation according to the day's menu. Throughout your shift, you'll prepare and cook dishes under the supervision of senior cooks or kitchen managers, assist with cleaning and organization, and restock supplies as needed. The pace can be fast, especially during meal rushes, and you’ll frequently collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure orders are accurate and timely. This hands-on experience helps you build essential culinary skills and fosters a strong understanding of team operations in a professional kitchen.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an entry level cook?

To thrive as an Entry Level Cook, you need basic cooking skills, familiarity with food safety standards, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions, often gained through high school education or culinary training programs. Exposure to kitchen equipment like grills, fryers, ovens, and knowledge of food handling certifications (such as ServSafe) are typically expected. Attention to detail, reliability, strong communication, and teamwork are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualifications help ensure delicious, safe meals are prepared efficiently while maintaining a positive, productive kitchen environment.

How do I start working as an entry level cook with no experience?

To start as an entry level cook with no experience, focus on gaining basic kitchen skills, such as knife handling and food safety, through online courses or volunteering. Apply for entry-level positions at restaurants or cafes, emphasizing your willingness to learn and work in a team; some employers may provide on-the-job training. Obtaining a food handler's permit can also improve your chances of getting hired.

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Restaurant Crew Member

Cafe Yumm!

Eugene, OR

$23.07/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment? Do you love serving members of your community? Are you passionate about healthy lifestyles and beautiful food? If so, we want to hear from you!

We have part-time openings on weekend and evening shifts for Restaurant Crew Members at Cafe Yumm! 5th Street in the 5th Street Market Alley in Eugene, OR.

Only those available to work evenings and weekends will be considered. Those with open availability will be given preference.

Wages & Benefits for All Team Members:

  • Starting base wage $16.55/hour plus $6.52/hour in tips (based on a 12-month average of hourly tips from 4/1/2025-3/31/2026).
  • HEALTHY and FREE shift meal with organic, ethically sourced ingredients - offered at every shift worked.
  • 20% discount on Cafe Yumm! food and retail items at any Company-Owned Cafe Yumm! location.
  • Company-paid sick leave.
  • Employee Assistance Program available to all Team Members and their households on day one.
  • 401k plan with up to 4% employer match.
  • Subsidized training and certification (e.g., ServSafe Food Manager Certificate).
  • Discretionary bonuses.

Wages & Benefits for Full-time Hourly Team Members:

  • ALL the benefits above.
  • 100% company-paid employee medical/vision, dental, and life insurance with access to buy-up options such as FSA, HSA, DCRA, hospitalization and critical illness coverage, pet insurance, and more.
  • 20 days of Paid Time Off annually, which increases with tenure.
  • 11 paid Holidays annually.

Crew Members are entry level positions, but advancement opportunities are available.

All Team Members must be familiar with and follow to the best of their ability the Mission Statement and Statement of Core Values found at the end of this posting.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Learn all stations in the restaurant: cashier, deluxe bar, dishwasher, expeditor, food preparation, grill/salads, starts/hot bar.
  • Set high standards of consistency in food preparation and cleanliness, and work steadily.
  • Provide service that is remarkable, memorable, fun, and informative.

Job Requirements:

  • 16 years of age or older.
  • Possess "can do" attitude.
  • Arrive on time for every shift.
  • Sufficient command of the English language to be able to read and understand the POS system.

Education and Experience:

  • Possess or be able to obtain a valid Oregon Food Handler's Permit.
  • Possession of either a High School Diploma or GED Certificate is preferred.
  • Experience as a server, cook, cashier, host, or equivalent related experience is preferred.

What is Cafe Yumm!?:

  • Local restaurant focused on sustainable, ethical, and healthy food.
  • Mission-centric and growing company that values its Team Members.
  • Twenty-two locations across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
  • Expanding retail grocery business-our famous Yumm! Sauce and fan-favorite Jalapeno Sesame Salsa.

Cafe Yumm! Purpose

To nourish humanity and the world.

Cafe Yumm! Mission

To be the leader in providing exceptional products and services which promote a Soul satisfying...Deeply nourishing lifestyle.

Cafe Yumm! Values

  • Integrity
  • Enthusiasm
  • Gratitude
  • Respect

Cafe Yumm! 5th Street is an equal opportunity employer.

Cafe Yumm! 5th Street complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact People Operations at (541) 683-9866.

Cafe Yumm! restaurants offer delightful food prepared fresh and served FAST throughout the Northwest with sustainable, organic, and locally sourced ingredients. The menu includes signature Yumm! Bowls made famous by Yumm! Sauce, wraps, soups, salads, catering, and more. Cafe Yumm! has received numerous awards for eco-friendly values and operates with a social, environmental, and economic Triple Bottom Line.

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