Cook — Flexible Hours + 20% Employee Discount

Northgate Gonzalez Markets; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Northgate Gonzalez Market is seeking a Costa Mesa-based cook/prep associate to join our Cocina Department. You will cook, prep and fry items, following Northgate recipes and health guidelines, while rotating stock and maintaining quality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in measurements, and strong customer service. Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least one year in department operations; a Food Safety Handling certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred but not absolutely required.
• Minimum of one year experience in overall department operations; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Food Safety Handling certificate.
• Must have sufficient math skills to understand measurements and prices.
• Ability to hear, speak and understand spoken word to respond to pages for assistance and to help customers.
• Ability to read, write, analyze, interpret and understand English to read instructions and manuals.
• Knowledge of the duties of every staff position in the department and related procedures.
• Able to pass a standard drug test and meet Drug Free Workplace requirements.

Responsibilities

• Produce food according to Northgate Markets recipes.
• Follow Northgate recipes and production norms.
• Plan daily production using provided lists.
• Rotate products with FIFO, label and date items.
• Maintain inventory and refrigeration, lead stock as needed.
• Provide rapid, friendly customer service and assist the service line.
• Check product quality before serving and suggest purchases.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Reading & writing English

Teamwork

Listening

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Northgate Gonzalez Market is seeking a Costa Mesa-based cook/prep associate to join our Cocina Department. You will cook, prep and fry items, following Northgate recipes and health guidelines, while rotating stock and maintaining quality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in measurements, and strong customer service. Applicants should have a high school diploma and at least one year in department operations; a Food Safety Handling certificate is preferred.