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A people-first, food-focused company.
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  • People First
  • 10% Profits to End Trafficking
  • Real. Clean. Casual. Food.
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Room to Grow
  • Staff Meals
  • Bonus When We Win
A People-First, Food-Focused Company

We're not just in the food business.

We’re in the people business.

We believe:
  • In serving more than just food. We aim to enrich lives, build community, making a lasting impact through our work.
  • That what we eat, what we do and how we do it matters.

Serve real food to help kids that can't help themselves.

Our Purpose
How We Do It

Three ways we show up.

Giving Back.

We commit 10% of company profits to support young people impacted by human trafficking worldwide and the organizations fighting to end it.

Sharing the Win.

It takes a village to run a busy restaurant business. Everyone at the Shack plays a role in the restaurants success and has the opportunity to earn more when we meet our goals!

Raising the Bar.

We’re dedicated to serving clean, real, nourishing food — redefining what fast-casual can be.

Our Values

What we stand for.

Respectfully Candid

Criticism without insult.

Consistent
In who we are, what we do, and how we do it.

An Attitude to Serve

We approach every guest, teammate, and task with a positive attitude and genuine care.

Positive Influence

Elevate the people around you.
Pursue What’s Next
Always improving.
A Day in the Life

Wondering what it's really like behind the counter?

Take a look.
Why Work Here

A crew that takes care of each other.

You’ll join a tight-knit crew that takes the food seriously and takes care of each other. We’re running a fast-paced, friendly kitchen offering flexible scheduling, and path to expand your career. And through our bonus system, you’ll have a real stake in the wins we build together.

Whether you’re looking for your first job, a full-time craft, or a step toward running your own kitchen someday, there’s a path for you here — and a purpose behind it.

Our Operation

The Shack is just the beginning.

We’re a team with growing range and vision. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and find your passion across multiple outlets!

The Food Shack

Our original, fast-casual restaurant founded in 2010 focused on clean, bold, tacos, BBQ, and street eats.

Island Time Catering Co.

Kick back, relax, and get on island time! serving casual events of many shapes and sizes. Think backyard parties, laid back weddings, and more.

Commissary Kitchen

The heartbeat of our prep and production operation, serving both restaurant and catering divisions.

Wholesale & Bottling

We produce and distribute a line of bottled sauces, rubs, and other products throughout RI!

We'd love to hear from you.

We’re always looking for great people — line cooks, prep, front-of-house, shift leads, admin, sales, media & marketing, and more!

Ready to apply? Send us a message to theshack@401foodshack.com, stop by and say hi or fill submit the application here. Tell us a little about you and what you’re looking for and we’ll be in contact for an interview!
The Food Shack is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every background.

The Food Shack is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every background.