Cooks Needed! (Northridge)

Back Alley Bowling; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Team Member Discounts

Friends & Family Discounts

Job summary

Back Alley Bowling in Northridge, CA is seeking a motivated kitchen team member. You will assist with food preparation, proper portioning, and maintaining cleanliness while following recipes and safety standards. This role requires the ability to work under pressure and communicate with servers and management.

We offer competitive pay, a 401(k), and discounts for team members and friends/family. Candidates must be 18+, have kitchen experience, and CA Food Handler Card.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Must have previous kitchen experience.
• Must possess CA Food Handler Card

Responsibilities

• Use scales and measuring devices to ensure proper portions and cost control.
• Observe safe procedures for all cooking equipment and utensils.
• Prepare food where needed: chop, slice, dice, mix.
• Follow recipes and plate presentations.
• Check food temperatures to ensure safe serving.
• Maintain clean stations and proper storage throughout shifts.
• Coordinate with servers and management during service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food handling

Job description

Posted On 11/06/2026

Job Information

Restaurant/Food Services

Work Experience 1-3 years

$21-$24 per hour

City Northridge

State/Province California

91325

Job Description

If you are looking for a fun, rewarding career where you can meet some of the coolest people (Team Members & Guests), then look no further. Back Alley Bowling offers competitive pay, 401k, Team Member Discounts, Friends & Family Discounts, and so MUCH MORE! Please see the job description below.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Use scales and other measuring devices to ensure consistent portioning and maintain cost control
• Observe proper procedures for use of all cooking and preparation equipment
• Perform food preparation when necessary: such as chopping, slicing, dicing, mixing, etc.
• Follow all recipes and plate presentations
• Check temperatures of all food to ensure it is at the proper serving temperature
• Check temperatures of all equipment on a daily basis (during each shift)
• Ensure any deliveries are checked in, are received in good condition, food items are at proper temperature, and all items on invoice match
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, even during busy times
• Prep, work on the line and wash dishes
• Ensure proper labeling of all food (item, date, initials)
• Follow standards for proper storage of food (food hierarchy)
• Keep all stations sanitized at all times
• Comply with health department standards, upholding these regulations at all times
• Practice food handling sanitation and rotation
• Follow strict adherence to product quality and food portioning
• Be willing to work around various heat sources, including grills, broilers, ovens, and hot-oil fryers
• Practice safety procedures when working with and around sharp objects, including knives and slicers
• Practice safe and proper use of equipment at all times
• Communicate with servers, bartenders, and management

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must have previous kitchen experience
• Must possess CA Food Handler Card
• Must be able to speak and read English
• Must be able to bend and kneel, lifting objects frequently weighing up to fifty pounds
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts: day, night, weekend and holiday shifts