Cook

Far West Services, LLC; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Training

Free Shift Meal

Career Growth Opportunities

Internal Promotion Opportunities

Job summary

Far West Services is hiring a Cook to prepare fresh, high-quality Wingstop-inspired dishes in a fast-paced kitchen. You will work as part of a team, following recipes and safety procedures to ensure every order meets quality and presentation standards.

Responsibilities include cooking, sauce work, packaging orders, and maintaining cleanliness. The role requires reliability, teamwork, and a willingness to learn in a dynamic restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Has a positive attitude and works well with others.
• Team player with reliability in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Food Handler Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Restaurant or cooking experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to company recipes and standards.
• Cook, sauce, and package orders accurately.
• Ensure every order meets quality and presentation standards.
• Read and prepare orders quickly and accurately.
• Work with Front of House to deliver orders on time.
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and stocked.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Reliable attendance

Support business needs

Food safety awareness

Willing to learn

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Join Our Team

At Far West Restaurants, we believe our people are just as important as our wings. We're committed to creating an environment where team members feel valued, challenged, and supported as they grow their careers. Whether this is your first job or your next leadership opportunity, you'll have the opportunity to learn, develop, and make an impact every day.

Join Our Team

At Far West Restaurants, we believe our people are just as important as our wings. We're committed to creating an environment where team members feel valued, challenged, and supported as they grow their careers. Whether this is your first job or your next leadership opportunity, you'll have the opportunity to learn, develop, and make an impact every day.

COOK

Prepare Food with Pride.

Position Summary

As a Cook at Far West Services, you'll prepare fresh, high-quality food that delivers the Wingstop experience our guests expect. You'll work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen while following food safety standards and helping every order leave the kitchen accurately and on time.

What We're Looking For

• Positive attitude
• Team player
• Food Handler Certification
• Restaurant or cooking experience preferred
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable attendance
• Available to support business needs

What You'll Do

• Prepare food according to company recipes and standards
• Cook, sauce, and package orders accurately
• Ensure every order meets quality and presentation standards
• Read and prepare orders quickly and accurately
• Work with the Front of House team to deliver orders on time
• Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and stocked
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures including oil filtering
• Operate kitchen equipment safely
• Help minimize food waste while maintaining product quality
• Assist with opening, closing, and daily cleaning tasks including cleaning and changing hood filters
• Support your team wherever needed
• Help create an exceptional guest experience with every order

What Makes You Successful

• You take pride in your work
• You stay calm under pressure
• You work well as part of a team
• You pay attention to details
• You move with a sense of urgency.
• You care about food quality and safety.
• You have a positive attitude and are willing to learn.

Training & Development

• Complete all required training
• Successfully complete required certifications
• Continue learning and developing your skills

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Frequently bend, reach, twist, squat, and kneel
• Safely work around hot equipment, fryers, and commercial kitchen equipment
• Work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with varying temperatures

Why You'll Love Working Here

Eligible team members may receive:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Training
• Free Shift Meal
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Internal Promotion Opportunities

Grow With Us

Many of our restaurant leaders started as Cooks. We believe in promoting from within and providing opportunities for team members to grow into Shift Leader, Assistant Manager, General Manager, and beyond.

Join Our Team

Far West Services is an independently owned and operated Wingstop franchisee. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member is treated with dignity, respect, and provided equal opportunities to grow without any regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.