PT Line Cook - Ballard

Position Summary

Reuben’s Brews is looking for a part‑time Line Cook for our Ballard taproom, three days per week, approximately 3‑10:30 pm. We are looking for a passionate foodie that enjoys sharing their love of cooking with others. The successful candidate will be a very responsible team player who always works towards creating a wonderful guest experience. At Reuben’s Brews, line cooks are responsible for cooking and prep, and the successful candidate will be equally adept at both.

Reuben’s Brews is a family brewery that opened in 2012. One of the largest breweries in Washington, we brew from the glass backwards: designing each beer with intention, unbound by constraints. We know making the extra effort is worth it. We are the most decorated brewery in Washington, have two brewhouses, two tasting rooms, and two private event spaces, and we distribute our beer predominantly in the Pacific Northwest.

• Quality assurance of all offerings
• Service that delights
• Safe, clean, and organized environment
• Operations in line with SOPs
• Inventory organization and communication

• Passion for and experience working in a kitchen
• Solid kitchen skills from knife work forward
• Proven ability to follow and develop recipes
• Fastidious care for maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Physical demands: frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; often lift or move full ½ BBL kegs and/or boxes up to 50 pounds or more.

In addition to these minimum requirements, we expect the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Glass Backwards mentality – taking unique, solution‑focused approaches to problems
• A proven track record of Making it Happen – infectious enthusiasm and can‑do attitude – a thirst to learn, teach others, and an obsessive commitment to our brewery’s success is an absolute must
• Recognition that we are here to delight – for internal and external customers, partners, and the Reuben’s team as a whole
• A One Team mentality – a team‑focused approach to achieving results
• Assume the Best Intent – no ego, a focus on team results, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and jump in where needed
• A Passion for Craft – recognize and live a mentality that the extra effort is worth it.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business demands. Roles and responsibilities may evolve over the years reflecting the growth and maturity of the brewery.

• Medical, Dental Insurance
• 401K with 4% match
• Paid Time Off

• Must be over 21
• This position is in‑person
• Must have current Washington Food Worker Card
• $22 per hour (plus participation in the tip pool)