Lead Line Cook

Songbird is a staple food truck at Meanwhile Brewing in Austin, Texas. We serve up high quality fried chicken sandwiches, smash burgers, and fries to a massive, loyal crowd.

• Own the Guest Experience: Be the face of the truck, connect with guests, oversee the expediting window, and ensure every interaction feels welcoming, genuine, and memorable.
• Lead with Hospitality: Set the tone for service, bring positive energy to the team, and create an environment where both guests and team members feel taken care of.
• Keep Operations Running Smoothly: Oversee nightly truck operations, maintain service standards, and ensure the team stays organized and aligned during busy rushes.
• Support BOH Execution: Jump in where needed with food prep, kitchen flow, equipment troubleshooting, and other operational challenges to keep service moving seamlessly.

• Experience: At least 2 years of kitchen experience required; previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

• Certification: Valid Food Safety Manager certification required, or the ability to obtain one.

• Technical Skills: Comfortable using Toast POS and handling basic technology or equipment troubleshooting.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for 8+ hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and work comfortably in a fast-paced, hot food truck environment.

• Availability: Must have consistent evening availability Wednesday through Sunday, including weekends.

• Compensation: $18/hr base + Tips (tips average $8/hr)

• Health: $250 monthly health insurance reimbursement.

• Footwear: $100 annual non-slip shoe budget.

• Work-Life Balance: Set 40 hour work week with a consistent schedule.

• Leadership Experience: Opportunity to take ownership of nightly operations and help shape the team culture.

• Food & Beverage: Free shift meals and other employee discounts.

• Community: Be part of a close-knit food truck community and build connections with fellow local food truck operators and guests.