About CaloLaunched in Bahrain in November 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We're a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and more accessible ways to enjoy healthy food through technology.
As part of our growth, we are introducing
Calo – Build Your Own (BYO), a live, guest-facing food concept inspired by fast-casual and customizable food brands. This concept focuses on freshly built, customizable bowls and wraps prepared on the spot, while maintaining Calo's quality, nutrition, and food safety standards.
Role OverviewWe are looking for a
Line Cook to join our
Calo – Build Your Own (BYO) concept. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in fast-casual restaurants, live food stations, or assembly-line service environments who are comfortable interacting with guests.
The
Line Cook plays a key role in delivering Calo's build-your-own bowls and wraps experience by serving guests, assembling orders, and maintaining food quality and safety standards. The role requires speed, accuracy, attention to detail, and a customer-focused approach in a high-volume service environment.
Main Responsibilities
- Prepare and assemble bowls and wraps in front of customers according to customer selections and Calo BYO standards
- Serve guests directly from the service line while maintaining friendly and professional customer interaction
- Ensure fast, accurate, and consistent service during busy periods
- Follow standard recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines
- Maintain high standards of food quality, freshness, and portion control
- Set up the service line before shifts and ensure all ingredients are properly stocked and ready for service
- Refill ingredients and communicate stock needs to the kitchen team
- Guide customers through menu items, toppings, and customization options
- Answer basic questions related to ingredients, allergens, and dietary preferences
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards at all times
- Monitor holding temperatures and ensure compliance with food safety guidelines
- Keep the service line clean, organized, and efficient throughout the shift
- Work closely with kitchen and service teams to maintain smooth operations
- Support training, tastings, and new menu launches when required
- Maintain a positive, professional attitude and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Ideal Candidate
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Line Cook, Line Server, or Service Line Staff in a fast-casual or quick-service restaurant
- Experience with assembly-line or build-your-own food concepts (e.g. Chipotle, Sweetgreen, Subway, Pret, Joe & The Juice, hotel live stations)
- Experience working in a customer-facing environment
- Hands-on experience in food preparation, portioning, and food handling
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
- Currently based in KSA
- Comfortable communicating in English (Arabic is a plus)
Knowledge & Competencies
- Understanding of speed, accuracy, and efficiency in high-volume service environments
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and temperature control standards
- Ability to follow SOPs, recipes, and portion standards consistently
- Ability to handle repetitive tasks while maintaining focus and quality
- Good teamwork and communication skills
Personality & Attributes
- Comfortable interacting with customers in a front-of-line service role
- Friendly, approachable, and service-oriented
- Calm and professional during busy service periods
- Attention to detail in food presentation and cleanliness
- Reliable, organized, and disciplined in following procedures
- Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
