Washington, Washington DC Union Kitchen
We're seeking food-obsessed, hard-working individuals who are committed to excellent customer service and are ready to support the growth of CPG food and beverage brands. Our team of trailblazers in the CPG food space supports the growth of multi-million dollar brands like Snacklins, Compass Coffee, Mas Panadas, and Caribe Juice. Join our Store teams to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, while building your community, providing great customer service, and enhancing our sense of belonging!

Key Responsibilities

Our stores are where local food products meet the DC community for the first time.

We all do it all at Union Kitchen! We are a grocery store, coffee shop, and deli. Responsibilities include:

- Getting to know our wonderful customers
- Learning our local food product mix and menu
- Steaming espresso-based drinks
- Making sandwiches and prepping food service
- Maintaining product sections
- Keeping the store clean

Skills & Interests

- Wants to learn about the business of food
- Enjoys a fast-pace and team working environment
- Passionate about food and building community
- Loves local snacking
- Willing to learn every station in our store
- Brings a growth mindset to our team and customers

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, push/pull, carry and/or move up to 30 pounds. For example, a tub of dishes and trash bins.

As needed climb ladders, stairs, ramps and uneven floor and/or surfaces. For example, go up and downstairs and ramps to storage areas.

As needed squat, bend, twist and reach for items below waist level or above shoulders. For example, you may have to bend down or reach up to trays and towels.

Use of hands to reach, grip, turn and perform precision work. You're using your hands to do things like operate espresso machines, perform basic knife work, and operate the register (among other responsibilities).

Benefits

What's in it for you
Accelerated path to management
$28.50/hr average total compensation in store positions
Comprehensive training program including nationally-recognized certificates in food and food business
Weekly Payroll
Basic barista training
Enjoy free coffee and shift meal
Capital Bikeshare membership
Medical and Dental Health Care
25% off of any item in the store
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Time-and-a-half on major holidays
Here is a look at the opportunity at each stage.

PAY
Team Member in Training $18/hr
Team Member $18/hr
Trainer $18.50/hr
Supervisor $22/hr
AGM $25/hr
General Manager $60,000

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About Union Kitchen
Union Kitchen is a Food Business Accelerator. We build successful food businesses by empowering food founders with access to our Ecosystem, Roadmap, and Industry Expertise from launch to scale. Since starting in 2012, we've worked with over 650 food businesses, including DC favorites Compass Coffee, Snacklins, Eat Pizza, Veggie Confetti and many more!