Our Mission
At Circus, headquartered in Munich with offices in Berlin and Hamburg, we are pioneering global developments in on-demand autonomous food production. From culinary creation to production and operations, everything is powered by seamlessly integrated robotics and transformative AI.
Our foundation lies in groundbreaking advancements in robotics, driven by artificial intelligence — the long-missing link in realizing fully autonomous food automation. The time has come for a new status quo: just as autonomous vehicles are reshaping our cities and daily lives, we are redefining the entire experience of food.
Our team brings together leading minds in Robotics, AI, Engineering, and Culinary, working closely with industry-leading partners to revolutionize how food is prepared, accessed, and experienced.
Join us as we shape a future where the art of cooking meets the science of technology — and where food becomes something fundamentally new.
About the Role
As Robotics Kitchen Operator – Defence, you are responsible for day-to-day operation of our robotic kitchen system at customer sites.
You ensure the system is clean, filled, operational, and ready to produce food at all times, following clear procedures and operating reliably in a structured, security-sensitive environment.
Your overarching objective is to ensure client success and operational excellence by delivering stable operations, high-quality output, and a consistently reliable on-site experience with our product.
Your Daily Business
* Operate the robotic kitchen system during live food production.
* Clean and maintain the system according to hygiene and HACCP standards.
* Prepare and refill ingredients, consumables, and containers.
* Perform basic system checks and routine maintenance.
* Identify, document, and escalate technical or operational issues with cross-functional engineering teams.
* Follow SOPs, safety rules, and defence site protocols at all times.
Base Qualifications
* Hands-on experience in kitchen operations, food production, technical operations, or similar roles.
* Willingness to perform cleaning, preparation, and routine operational tasks.
* Structured, reliable, and disciplined working style.
* Comfort working on site in regulated or institutional environments.
* Native speaker German; fluent English is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with HACCP or food safety standards.
* Exposure to machines, automation, or technical equipment.
* Experience in defence or other structured institutional environments.
Our Offer
* Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive compensation package.
* Personal Development: In-house trainings, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
* Mobility: Benefit from a 50€ monthly budget for mobility or other expenses and a subsidized Dance Mobility Subscription for E-Bike/E-Moped.
* Well-Being: Get access to discounted Urban Sports Club membership and Wellhub for a variety of well-being offerings.
* Be at the Forefront of Food Automation: Play a key role in launching a pioneering model for autonomous food production, working with cutting-edge robotics and AI in a rapidly growing industry.
* Collaborative, Hands-On Culture: Join a team that values ownership, problem-solving, and making things happen together on the ground.