Line Cook/Prep Cook

* Must be 18 or older to apply *

* Preferred: Valid Food Handler Certification *

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare a variety of meats, poultry, vegetables, and other food items using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Take full responsibility for the quality of food served.
• Consistently follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure smooth service.
• Portion food products before cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation, including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection ovens, flat-top ranges, and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepare food items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing, or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning, and/or marinating.
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setups for all dishes.
• Properly handle, store, and rotate all food products.
• Assist with food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for all kitchen stations; assist other team members in closing procedures.
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and contribute suggestions for improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 or older
• At least 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen staff, and dining room personnel.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods (up to 9 hours).
• Ability to follow printed recipes and plate specifications accurately.
• Must maintain personal hygiene in accordance with California health codes.

Summary

As a Line Cook/Prep Cook, you will be an essential part of our kitchen team, responsible for food preparation and cooking to ensure high-quality meals are served efficiently. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will utilize your core skills in food handling, culinary techniques, and meal preparation to maintain our restaurant's standards. Your attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will be crucial. Additionally, any experience in dietary departments or fine dining will enhance your contributions to our culinary offerings. Join us to create memorable dining experiences for our guests.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person