The Zentralwäscherei in Zurich is a space for art, culture, and connection. As a non-profit organization, we provide a platform for a variety of events; from concerts and performances to panel discussions and art projects. Our goal is to create a place for exchange and diversity, supported by technical expertise.
To join our KITCHEN TEAM, we are looking for two experienced cooks. In this role, you will work up to 50% and you will be responsible for the well-functioning of the restaurant Kleinwascherei.
Working in a collective feminist environment, you will create the weekly menus with the team, bake the bread, prepare the pastries and food, feed your team, be creative a la carte.
We cook exclusively vegetarian/vegan, seasonal, regional, and organic food.
We work in a proactive and constructive feedback culture, and as part of this role, you would actively contribute to the association by participating in regular meetings and taking on responsibilities when needed.
Your work area is the open kitchen of the restaurant Kleinwäscherei.
Working lunch / dinner service shifts (no split shifts and Sundays off. Early shifts run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and late shifts from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.)
Preparing meals for guests, artists and staff, and contributing to menu development and food events concepts. Seasonal planning is developed and carried out together as a team.
Ordering and receiving goods as well as maintaining the storage area to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
Shifts scheduled in coordination with the whole team and each person wishes.
Room for experiment and your own ideas and projects.
Shared responsibility, you can actively help shape and develop all aspects of the kitchen team. All of this takes place in a politically active environment and in a grassroots democratic collective with flat hierarchies and open structures.
Everyone receives the same base salary of CHF 29 brutto per hour, with a 10% night shift bonus. Employment is on an hourly basis.
Please apply directly at: bewerben@zentralwaescherei.space
Applications are open until June 19, 2026.
For this role, we especially value and prioritise applications from FLINTA persons and people from marginalized communities.