Cook

Wild Goose Tavern; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

A local restaurant and bar in Costa Mesa is seeking an experienced Cook to join their team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, preparing high-quality dishes and ensuring an exceptional dining experience for guests. Responsibilities include preparing ingredients, cooking menu items consistently, and maintaining sanitation standards. Strong communication, teamwork skills, and previous experience in a high-volume kitchen are preferred. Join us to be part of a culture focused on respect, collaboration, and quality food.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook in a high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willingness to obtain relevant food handling certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients and menu items according to recipes.
• Cook dishes accurately, ensuring quality and proper temperatures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas.
• Monitor inventory to maintain quality standards.

Skills

Ability to lift heavy objects

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Knowledge of food safety practices

Teamwork skills

Education

ServeSafe or California Food Handler Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts

Cook

We’re looking for an experienced Cook to join our restaurant and bar team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, enjoys preparing high-quality dishes, and takes pride in contributing to an exceptional guest dining experience.

The Role

• Prepare fresh ingredients and menu items according to recipes and restaurant standards
• Cook dishes accurately and efficiently, ensuring consistency, quality, and proper temperatures
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly
• Maintain proper sanitation and cleanliness of work surfaces, serving areas, and storage containers to ensure safe food-handling practices
• Monitor ingredient freshness, rotate stock, and track inventory to maintain quality standards
• Respond to guest feedback with professionalism and urgency
• Complete opening, side work, and closing duties to ensure the kitchen is organized and ready for service

Requirements and Skills

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Previous experience as a restaurant cook in a high-volume kitchen preferred
• Ability to lift, carry, or pull heavy objects, including overhead lifting
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift
• ServeSafe or California Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume kitchen
• Knowledge of food safety practices and proper kitchen techniques
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Friendly, professional, and collaborative demeanor

Environment

• Fast-paced, team-oriented restaurant and bar environment
• Opportunities to develop cooking skills and grow within the organization
• A culture centered on respect, collaboration, and creating memorable guest experiences
• Ability to work standing for duration of shift

If you are passionate about creating exceptional experiences through good, quality food, complete our short application today!