Kitchen Operations Associate

About The Team

• DashMart Kitchens (DMK) is a specialized culinary team operating within a shared DashMart facility, focused on preparing high-quality meals for customers ordering through the DoorDash app.
• The team works collaboratively with DashMart partners to ensure operational excellence, food quality, and a clean, organized environment.
• Shifts include Morning, Day, Evening, and Weekend, with Part-Time availability.

About The Role

As a Kitchen Operations Associate, you are responsible for preparing meals to standard, maintaining kitchen and warehouse organization, and supporting order fulfillment within a shared facility environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation & Quality
• Prepare and assemble menu items according to brand and food safety standards.
• Ensure every meal meets quality, accuracy, and presentation standards before handoff.
• Follow all food safety, cleanliness, and dress code compliance guidelines.
• Warehouse & Kitchen Organization
• Maintain organized dry, refrigerated, and frozen storage areas.
• Follow cleanliness and sanitation standards across shared workspaces.
• Support inventory organization and proper product rotation (FIFO).
• Facility Support
• Collaborate with DashMart Operations Associates to maintain a cohesive and efficient site.
• Assist with light operational tasks as needed to support overall facility success.
• Uphold a “One Team” mindset to create a positive experience for all team members and customers.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Food Handler’s Certification (to be completed upon hire)

Qualifications

• Reliable, positive, and team-oriented.
• Experience in food service (fast food and quick-service restaurants), grocery, or beverage operations, or a willingness to learn.
• Detail-oriented and passionate about fresh food quality and safety.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in refrigerated areas (with or without accommodation).
• High school diploma or GED.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Pay: $20.35—$20.35 USD
• Market competitive pay.
• $2 increase for shifts between 10pm–6am.
• AM/PM/Overnight shifts available.
• Opportunity for pay increases twice a year based upon performance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave.
• Gym membership reimbursement (up to $75/month).
• Monthly DashPass subscription.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Additional benefits for regular employees include: 401(k) plan with employer matching, paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, and a mental health program.