Workstream is a mission-driven company building the all-in-one HR, payroll, and hiring platform for managing the hourly workforce. There are 2.7 billion hourly workers, making up 80% of the global workforce, but this market has been heavily underserved by technology and deserves better. Workstream has been purpose-built for the hourly workforce from day one so that these businesses and their employees can thrive.

Our customers include leading brands from multiple sectors, including Burger King, Carl's Jr./Hardee's, IHOP, KFC, and Culvers. We are a high growth series B company and quickly expanding our product portfolio to deliver on our vision. We are backed by legendary VCs and industry experts like Founders Fund, BOND, and Coatue.

About the Role

We're hiring contractors to participate in structured recording and data collection sessions that support our artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, and research initiatives. In this role, you'll help us capture real-world human activities, object interactions, food preparation, movement patterns, and task-oriented workflows across a variety of controlled or simulated environments — including office, retail, residential-style, kitchen, storage, workshop, laboratory, and tabletop settings.

Most sessions take place at our main office, but you may occasionally be dispatched to nearby filming locations as projects require.

Compensation

$20 per hour, paid for all approved hours worked
Pre-approved travel expenses reimbursed for nearby-location sessions

Schedule & Participation

Typical recording sessions run two (2) to four (4) hours
Standard session windows:

Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Scheduling is flexible and based on project availability and operational needs
Consistent weekly participation is strongly preferred
Additional session opportunities may be offered based on reliability, availability, operational needs, and project demand

What You'll Do

Participate in guided task sessions, which may include:

Object handling, manipulation, sorting, and organizing
Cleaning, wiping, and surface care
Packaging, unpackaging, assembly, and disassembly
Carrying, lifting, and repositioning objects
Movement-based and tabletop manipulation workflows
Simulated workplace, operational, or household activities

**Tasks vary based on project needs, environment, and equipment setup.**

Perform food preparation activities in residential- or commercial-style kitchen settings, including:

Washing, peeling, trimming, and inspecting fresh produce
Cutting, chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing ingredients with standard kitchen knives
Measuring, weighing, and portioning per provided recipes
Mixing, stirring, whisking, folding, and kneading by hand or with handheld tools
Operating small kitchen appliances (blenders, food processors, stand mixers, toasters, kettles, microwaves, coffee makers) under safe-use conditions
Stovetop, oven, and other heat-based cooking when expressly permitted by session instructions
Plating, garnishing, portioning, and arranging food for service or photography
Packaging prepared food and beverages for storage or transport
Setting tables, serving food, and clearing dishware
Washing, drying, sanitizing, and storing kitchen tools and surfaces
Stocking and rotating pantry, refrigerator, and kitchen storage
Disposing of food waste and recyclables per site procedures

Participate in recording sessions while wearing or operating lightweight equipment such as:

Head-, chest-, and wrist-mounted cameras
Motion capture devices
Audio capture equipment
Environmental or sensor-based recording devices

You may also be asked to:

Start, stop, and verify recording status and quality
Reposition or adjust assigned equipment
Help with basic equipment prep, charging, calibration, storage, and reset
Participate in prototype, workflow, or equipment trials
Identify and communicate technical issues, usability concerns, or operational inconsistencies
Provide feedback on recording workflows, task clarity, equipment comfort, and session experience
Assist onsite staff with basic debugging, troubleshooting, or validation when requested

Support operational workflows by:

Following session instructions from project coordinators and onsite staff
Staying engaged and attentive throughout active recording periods
Communicating clearly about operational or technical issues
Sharing feedback on workflow clarity, equipment usability, and session procedures

Travel to nearby filming locations as needed, which may include local retail spaces, residential-style settings, partner-operated environments, kitchens, workshops, or other pre-approved venues within reasonable travel distance of the main office. When dispatched, you'll:

Confirm the location assignment and reporting time in advance
Arrive on time and ready to begin
Follow all site-specific access, safety, and conduct procedures
Transport assigned equipment with care and return it to the Company afterward
Limit recording to pre-approved areas and individuals
Promptly report any incident, safety concern, or operational issue

Travel time, expense reimbursement, and any additional terms will be communicated in advance of each dispatch. You may decline a specific nearby-location assignment without penalty, subject to performance and participation standards.

Who You Are

Comfort performing a wide range of physical tasks, including kitchen and food preparation work
Willingness to wear lightweight recording equipment for extended periods
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured instructions
Reliability, punctuality, and clear communication
Flexibility to participate in varied environments and task types
Ability to provide constructive feedback on workflows and equipment

Who Can Apply
We welcome people from all backgrounds. If you’re reliable, comfortable on camera, and looking for flexible, hands-on work, we encourage you to apply—even if you’re not sure you meet every requirement.

As a general requirement, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/G6AcJWLDvbtM8sJh8

Know More About Workstream

Additional Information

Workstream provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

Office-based Video Data Contributor (Part-time)