Cafe Prep Cook - Fresh Ingredients, Fast-Paced Café

Oak View Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group is seeking a Restaurant Prep Cook in Los Angeles to support daily café operations by preparing fresh ingredients following recipes and production sheets.

Hourly pay ranges from $22.00 to $26.00, with benefits for part-time roles including a 401(k) plan and matching. The role requires Food Handler Certification or the ability to obtain it, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous food preparation or kitchen experience preferred.
• Experience in cafés, food halls, quick-service, or fast-casual restaurants is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Food Handler Certification required or ability to obtain within the designated timeframe.
• Basic knife skills and food preparation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, dicing, peeling, mixing, and portioning according to recipes and production sheets.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, soups, sandwiches, salads, grain bowls, proteins, and other café menu components.
• Assemble grab-and-go items and package products according to presentation standards.
• Label, date, and properly store all prepared food using FIFO procedures.
• Maintain adequate prep levels to support daily café operations.
• Assist with opening, stocking, and organizing café kitchen stations.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate product needs to supervisors.
• Rotate products to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Support Line Cooks during peak meal periods as needed.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, prep areas, and utensils throughout each shift.
• Properly handle and store food products to maintain quality and safety.
• Work collaboratively with culinary team members to ensure timely food production.
• Assist with catering and special event preparation as assigned.
• Support other kitchen stations during high-volume service periods.

Job description

Oak View Group is seeking a Restaurant Prep Cook in Los Angeles to support daily café operations by preparing fresh ingredients following recipes and production sheets.

Hourly pay ranges from $22.00 to $26.00, with benefits for part-time roles including a 401(k) plan and matching. The role requires Food Handler Certification or the ability to obtain it, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.