Kendall Employment

Formaggio Kitchen has been an institution in Cambridge, Massachusetts for over 40 years– “a gourmand’s paradise” doubling as a neighborhood grocer. Nationally, we are best known for our cheese selection, which includes many exclusive items imported directly from farms in Europe. Locally, we are equally well known for our kitchen and bakery production including sandwiches, panini and nightly dinners as well as cakes, cookies and a variety of other sweets – all made in house, from scratch and using the best (often local) ingredients. We also stock a wide range of other delicious foodstuffs, including: charcuterie, produce, baked goods, prepared foods, coffee, tea, chocolates, bread, sweets, honey, preserves, wine, beer, olive oil, vinegar and other pantry staples.

We offer a dynamic work environment that both challenges and rewards those who have the necessary skills and passion to make the team. We strive to hire people with a love of food, old-world work ethic, capacity for teamwork and a drive to provide exceptional customer service. Benefits include health insurance, 401K, employee assistance program, and an amazing opportunity to learn about food with a great team of coworkers.

Formaggio Kitchen is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Furthermore, Formaggio Kitchen will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Please email resumes or enquires to employment@formaggiocambridge.com or give us a call at 617-354-4750 x1050.

 

Current Openings at Kendall Square:

Catering Supervisor

Are you passionate about food and looking for daytime hours? Join our catering and kitchen team! Our catering team produces beautifully arranged platters and food made from our internationally sourced, specialty ingredients, and locally sourced produce and meats. From bountiful cheese platters to baked lasagnas to decadent desserts, we aim to provide our customers with an exceptional culinary experience. We also regularly create and stock a variety of gourmet sandwiches, salads and ready-to-heat meals for in store customers at our Kendall Square location.
 
Formaggio Kitchen offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on love of food, teamwork and providing the best products and service to our customers. Benefits include company health insurance with partial premium coverage, 401K, paid vacation, an amazing opportunity to learn about food and a great team of coworkers.

This position will be responsible for working in all aspects of our catering operations and kitchen production including:
  • Working alongside our Catering Manager to create a seamless execution of tasks
  • Preparing catering platters and creating an assortment of fresh salads, sandwiches and soups for a grab-n-go case
  • Assuring delivery orders arrive to the customer on time and with order accuracy 100% of the time
  • Managing walk in cooler organization and maintaining food safety standards
  • Keeping up to date on hand counts of inventory and communicating needs with the appropriate staff to order
  • Assist in purchasing goods needed to execute all kitchen and catering orders
  • Office work focused around Google Suite, Vendor ordering platforms, Dispatch/Logistical Software, and company wide email communication
The most important requirements for success in this role are:
  • Demonstrated culinary skills with a minimum of 2 years experience in the field
  • Demonstrated office and computer skills (Google Suite)
  • Ability to work quickly and with limited direction
  • Capacity to work with a variety of personalities and strengthen the sense of camaraderie and teamwork
  • Creativity and a passion for food
  • ServSafe certification is a plus 
  • Availability for at least one weekend shift and earlier evening hours a must
COMPENSATION: This position is non-exempt hourly, varies with experience, $21-$25.

Formaggio Kitchen is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Furthermore, Formaggio Kitchen will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Note: Because Formaggio Kitchen is a food establishment, it is not an allergen-free workplace. Nearly all roles take place in an environment with food allergens.