Careers

Culinary Team Member

We're hiring hardworking and passionate kitchen staff to join our team at the Bobcat Café. We’re looking for cooks of all kinds—grill, line, fry, pantry, and prep. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love great food, and enjoy working with a supportive team, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

  • Prepare and cook menu items to Bobcat standards, with consistency and care

  • Work designated stations during service (line, grill, fry, pantry, or prep)

  • Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures

  • Assist with prep work, stocking, labeling, and cleaning as needed

  • Keep your station clean, organized, and ready for action

  • Communicate clearly with fellow kitchen staff and front-of-house to ensure smooth service

  • Support teammates wherever needed—this is a team-first kitchen!

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience working in a commercial kitchen (any station)

  • Ability to stay organized and focused in a high-volume setting

  • A positive attitude and strong sense of teamwork

  • Commitment to consistency and quality

  • Availability to work nights and weekends

  • ServSafe certification is a plus

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay based on experience and role

  • Flexible scheduling—we respect work/life balance

  • A fun, collaborative, and respectful work environment

  • The chance to be part of a beloved local institution

At Bobcat, we’re proud to serve our community and make food we love. If you're passionate about the kitchen and ready to jump into a dynamic role, apply today let’s cook up something great together!

Server/Bartender

Join the team at Bobcat Café, a beloved local institution known for great food, house-brewed beer, and a warm, welcoming vibe. We’re looking for an experienced, personable, and fast-paced Server or Bartender to bring energy and professionalism to our front-of-house team.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Prior in a busy restaurant/bar setting

  • Friendly and engaging personality with a genuine love for hospitality

  • Strong multitasking and communication skills

  • Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team

  • Comfort with handling cash and POS systems

  • A working knowledge of beer, wine, and cocktails is a big plus

  • Ability to work nights and weekends

  • Vermont alcohol server certification is a bonus

Responsibilities:

  • Greet guests warmly and guide them through the menu and drink selections

  • Take orders accurately and deliver food and beverages promptly

  • Prepare and serve drinks if bartending, following house recipes and standards

  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bar and/or dining area

  • Process payments and handle cash and credit transactions responsibly

  • Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service

  • Provide outstanding customer service and help create a fun, welcoming experience

  • Stay knowledgeable about menu items, specials, and events

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay + tips

  • Flexible scheduling – we value work-life balance

  • A tight-knit, supportive team

  • The chance to be part of something special in the heart of Bristol

At Bobcat, we’re all about good vibes, great food and drink, and treating every guest like a regular. If that sounds like your kind of shift, we want to meet you. Apply today!

Dishwasher / Food Runner

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working Dishwasher/Food Runner to join our team at the Bobcat Café. This is a great part-time position for high school students or anyone who wants to gain experience in a fun, fast-paced kitchen environment. You'll help keep our kitchen running smoothly and support our team during dinner service.

What You’ll Do:

  • Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans to keep our kitchen fully stocked and running

  • Help run food to tables and bus dishes when needed

  • Assist kitchen staff with stocking, and cleaning tasks

  • Keep the dish area and kitchen clean, organized, and safe

  • Work evening shifts (generally 5pm–9pm), Wednesday through Sunday

  • Jump in to support your teammates wherever needed

What We’re Looking For:

  • No experience required—just a willingness to learn and work hard

  • A positive attitude and strong sense of teamwork

  • Ability to stay focused and on-task in a busy setting

  • Dependability and punctuality

  • Must be available nights and weekends

  • Great job for students or those looking for part-time evening work

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay + tips

  • Flexible scheduling – we value work-life balance

  • A tight-knit, supportive team

  • The chance to be part of something special in the heart of Bristol

At Bobcat, we’re all about good vibes, great food and drink, and treating every guest like a regular. If that sounds like your kind of shift, we want to meet you. Apply today!