Cook

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Teammate discount

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Emergency Financial plan

Theme park discounts

Pet insurance

Identity Theft Insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC in Cerritos, California seeks Full-Service Line Cooks for our Scratch Kitchen. Earn $19-$21 per hour plus an average of $2 in tips. We offer flexible scheduling, teammate discounts, and benefits to support your growth.

You will set up and stock stations, cook to Lazy Dog recipes, and ensure ingredients are freshest. Maintain safety, cleanliness and proper recipe adherence while working with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience on a fast-paced line.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned cooking stations to include setup, stock, cook and present dishes.
• Ensure only fresh high-quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.
• Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during preparation and cooking.
• Follow food safety procedures, keep workstation clean and sanitized.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock cooking stations and prepare dishes according to Lazy Dog recipes.
• Cook and present dishes per Lazy Dog standards to ensure quality.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and follow safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team; alert chef of any concerns.
• Assist with other kitchen tasks as needed.

Skills

Fast-paced line experience

Multitasking

English/Spanish

Education

High School (preferred)

Job description

Cook: At this location, our cooks earn $19 - $21 / hour and an additional $2 on average per hour in tips.

Be part of the excitement and freshness of a "Scratch Kitchen" We hand-craft everything in our kitchens. We are looking for talented individuals that want to grow with a company that cares.

What we offer:

• Flexible scheduling
• Teammate discount
• Supplemental medical, dental, vision, 401k
• Discounted supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan
• Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• A family that supports YOUR personal and professional growth

We are looking for Full- Service Line Cooks:

• 2 to 5 years' experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned cooking stations to include set up, stock product, cook and present dishes according to Lazy Dogs recipes.
• Ensure only "fresh" high-quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.
• Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during the preparation and cooking process.
• Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed whenever producing items.
• Strive to never sell a dish that is not up to Lazy Dog Standards.
• Follow food safety procedures, clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout kitchen.
• Ensure proper use of PPE when applicable and ensuring a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment in assigned cooking station to include startup, shut down, shift maintenance, cleaning and repairing as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Alert chef team immediately of any product, equipment and/or food safety concerns.
• Guest focused and likes to multi-task.
• Demonstrate basic English/Spanish communication skills a plus.
• Trusting, passionate, humble, and gracious team player.
• Build lasting relationships with trust and respect.
• Create fun.

Education

• High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Food Handlers Card (California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, Texas, Virginia)

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