Cook - Fry, Salad, Grill

Islands Restaurants; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting at $17.50 per hour plus tips

Advancement opportunities

Flexible schedule

Free meal

Dining discount

Training & development

Job summary

Islands Restaurants in Palm Desert, CA is hiring part-time cooks to prepare high-quality food following Islands’ recipes and presentation standards. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, maintain organized areas, and help with stocking while upholding safety and sanitation practices.

The role offers starting pay of $17.50–$19.50 per hour with tips, flexible scheduling, free meals while on shift, and opportunities for advancement within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Cooks age 18+ and eligible to work in the United States.
• Cooking experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food for guests per Islands’ recipes and standards.
• Maintain clean, safe storage and work areas; assist with stocking and rotation.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment; follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Contribute to a respectful Islands culture of inclusion.

Skills

Cooking

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PALM DESERT 021 - PALM DESERT, CA 92260

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $17.50 - $19.50 Hourly

Cooks receive an average of $2.00 more per hour with tips!

NOW HIRING!

Who We Are:

For over 40 years, Islands has provided guests with craveable bites and great service. Our fresh cut fries, juicy burgers, and the coldest beer in town are served in an upbeat, social environment that encourages connection among guests and team members.

It is our people who set us apart and are the foundation for our many years of success. We celebrate everyone’s unique qualities and attributes and recognize that there is strength in our differences, which make us better as a whole. If you want to be part of a company that cares about you as a unique individual, Islands is the place for you!

Who We Are Looking For:

Cooks who enjoy working in a team-oriented, fast paced kitchen that ensures guest satisfaction through the preparation and execution of quality food. Cooking experience preferred, but not required.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

What You’ll Gain:

• Starting at $17.50per hour plus tips


• Competitive earnings with opportunity for advancement. Over 30% of our managers have started as hourly employees.


• Flexible schedule


• Free meal while working, 50% discount when dining


• Quality training and development

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare quality food for our guests to Islands’ recipes, builds and presentation standards


• Maintain clean, safe and organized storage and work areas and assist with stocking and rotating product to ensure freshness


• Operate and maintain all kitchen equipment and follow proper safety and sanitation procedures


• Participate in Islands Culture of Respect that promotes inclusion among all employees

Learn more about Islands and hear what our employees have to say about us at https://www.islandsrestaurants.com/join-the-team

Islands is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity and creating an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging.

Islands is an E-Verify employer. To view Islands applicant privacy policy visit click here

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older


• Must be authorized to work in the United States