Life Alive Cafe is Hiring! (9 locations): Join Us at Open Interview Day on April 23 8 am - 6 pm (Cashier, Barista, Runner)

Life Alive Café

Location:Cambridge, MA
Type:Full-time
Date Posted:April 14, 2026
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Description

Embrace the opportunity to deliver outstanding customer service in a welcoming setting, where your passion for food, sustainability, hospitality, wellness, and creativity will shine as you create exceptional experiences for our valued guests.

Hiring for 9 Locations near you! Central Square, Kendall Square, Davis Square, Harvard Square, Union Square, Boston University - Brookline, Back Bay - Boylston, South End, & Jamaica Plain.

For Positions: Dishwasher, Production Cook, Prep Cook, Cashier + Food Runner ($6.80 per hour + Tips), Barista ($6.80 per hour + Tips)

Our Team Member's Should Be Someone Who

  • Has engaging communication skills
  • A genuine passion and knowledge of our menu offerings,
  • A willingness to assist and collaborate within a team,
  • A great focus on guest service
  • Live and share Life Alive's values and mission

You Will

  • Prepares recipes according to standard procedures.
  • Stocks and prepares stations for service.
  • Communicates product needs to back-of-house (BOH) and managers-on-duty (MODs).
  • Maintains cleanliness and organization of the station.
  • Accommodates guest-specific requests and modifications.
  • Ensures high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation.
  • Achieves a ticket time goal of 6 minutes or less.

You Must Be Able To

  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Reaching and grasping overhead
  • Lifting and carrying items weighing 50+ lbs
  • Able to stand on feet for 8+ hours a day

Perks And Compensation

  • 70% meal discount
  • Free and discounted Yoga
  • Free Mental Health Support (for full-time)
  • 401(k) with a vesting match
  • Health insurance, dental and vision coverage (for full-time employees)
  • Transportation Benefits
  • Education and professional development opportunities - examples include culinary training, superfood education, wellness lifestyle, resume building, community engagement
  • Flexible schedule that supports your lifestyle and other goals
  • Inclusion in an awesome community
  • PTO for full time *
  • For full time team members after one year
  • If you align with our Mission and Values, want to learn, and work hard, we hope you’ll apply to join our team!
  • Please note that Life Alive is an E-Verify employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

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