Boba Chef / Kitchen Prep bobaHi - 2.0 Torrance, CA Job Details Part-time $18 - $20 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Pre-cooking preparation Teamwork Café experience Attention to detail Time management Full Job Description Boba Chef /

Kitchen Prep Pay:

$18.00-$20.00 per hour, depending on experience and responsibilities

Plus:

Tips, 401(k), paid sick time, and opportunities for advancement Job Overview bobaHi is seeking a reliable, energetic, and detail-oriented Boba Chef / Kitchen Prep team member to join our team. This position plays an important role in maintaining the quality, freshness, and consistency of our drinks and ingredients. You will be responsible for cooking boba, properly steeping teas, preparing toppings and ingredients, monitoring product quality and freshness, maintaining inventory and prep levels, and keeping the kitchen and preparation areas clean and organized. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, pays close attention to recipes and preparation procedures, and understands the importance of consistency and food safety. You should be comfortable working independently while also supporting the rest of the team during busy periods. Previous boba or food-service experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate who is dependable, motivated, and eager to learn.

Key Responsibilities Boba Preparation:

Cook and prepare tapioca pearls according to bobaHi recipes, procedures, and quality standards. Monitor freshness, texture, and quality throughout the day and prepare fresh batches as needed.

Tea Preparation:

Properly brew and steep different varieties of tea according to established measurements, water temperatures, and steeping times to ensure consistent taste and quality.

Toppings & Ingredient Preparation:

Prepare toppings, jellies, specialty ingredients, syrups, and other items needed for daily store operations.

Drink Preparation:

Prepare and assemble boba teas, smoothies, specialty drinks, and other menu items according to company recipes and portion standards when needed.

Daily Prep Planning:

Anticipate store needs and prepare appropriate quantities of boba, tea, toppings, and ingredients based on business volume while minimizing unnecessary waste.

Quality Control:

Regularly check prepared products for freshness, taste, texture, appearance, and consistency. Replace or remake products that do not meet bobaHi standards.

Inventory & Stocking:

Monitor ingredient and supply levels, properly rotate inventory using FIFO procedures, restock as needed, and promptly communicate shortages or items that need to be reordered.

Food Safety & Sanitation:

Follow proper food-handling, labeling, storage, temperature-control, cleaning, and sanitation procedures in accordance with company policies and health department requirements.

Kitchen Organization:

Keep preparation areas, equipment, sinks, utensils, refrigerators, storage areas, and workstations clean, sanitary, and organized throughout the shift.

Equipment Operation & Care:

Safely operate and clean blenders, stovetops, tea-brewing equipment, boba cookers, refrigerators, and other kitchen and beverage-preparation equipment.

Support During Busy Periods:

Assist the front-of-house team with drink preparation and other store responsibilities when necessary to maintain an efficient workflow and timely customer service.

Training & Team Support:

Help team members learn proper procedures for cooking boba, steeping tea, preparing toppings, following recipes, and maintaining food-safety standards.

Shift Readiness:

Before completing a shift, make sure boba, teas, toppings, ingredients, and necessary supplies are properly prepared and stocked so the next shift is ready for operation.

Waste & Cost Control:

Follow recipes and portion standards carefully to maintain consistency and reduce unnecessary product waste.

Communication:

Communicate effectively with management, Shift Leads, and team members regarding preparation needs, inventory, product quality, equipment issues, and other operational concerns. Qualifications Previous experience in a boba shop, café, restaurant, commercial kitchen, smoothie shop, coffee shop, or similar food-service environment is preferred. Experience cooking boba, brewing or steeping tea, preparing toppings, or working with beverage ingredients is a plus. Basic understanding of food preparation, food handling, sanitation, and food-safety practices. Ability to follow recipes, measurements, preparation procedures, and portion standards accurately and consistently. Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality, freshness, cleanliness, and consistency . Dependable, punctual, responsible, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple preparation tasks. Ability to work efficiently and remain organized in a fast-paced environment. Ability to anticipate preparation and inventory needs while minimizing unnecessary waste. Willingness to learn and help train or support other team members when needed. Friendly, positive attitude with good communication and teamwork skills. Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends . Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs. Must follow all bobaHi recipes, procedures, policies, and applicable food-safety and health department requirements. Compensation & Benefits $18.00-$20.00 per hour , depending on experience, skills, and responsibilities Customer tips 401(k) retirement plan for eligible employees Paid sick time Hands-on training and development Opportunity to develop additional beverage preparation and food-service skills Opportunities for advancement and increased responsibilities Friendly and team-oriented work environment Join the bobaHi Team! If you enjoy working with food and beverages, take pride in producing consistent, high-quality products, and enjoy being part of a hardworking team, we'd love to hear from you. At bobaHi, our Boba Chef / Kitchen Prep team is an important part of keeping the store running smoothly and ensuring every customer receives the quality and freshness they expect. We're looking for someone who is dependable, organized, willing to learn, and takes pride in doing things the right way.

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 - 20.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Paid sick time

Work Location:

In person