Day line cook / Prep cook

West River Hospitality; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip pool

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Daytime shifts

Job summary

West River Hospitality in Truckee, CA is seeking a Line Cook / Prep Cook for consistent daytime shifts with full benefits. Compensation is $22.00–$24.00 per hour plus tips. 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for full-time staff.

Enjoy evenings free and a stable daytime schedule, with a supportive team in a clean kitchen. The role emphasizes prep for lunch, line execution during lunch rush, and collaborative teamwork in a professional setting.

Qualifications

• Solid experience on the line (grill a major plus).
• Prep-focused mindset for smooth lunch service.
• Reliable with punctual attendance and positive attitude.
• Ability to follow recipes, systems, and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prep for lunch service: daily prep for sauces, proteins, veggies.
• Own your station during the busy lunch rush with urgency and focus.
• Master the grill: cook proteins and grill items to standard.
• Keep a clean, organized, sanitary station before, during, and after service.
• Support other stations and communicate clearly with the team.

Skills

Line cook experience

Prep mindset

Reliability

Food safety

Job description

Job Title: Line Cook / Prep Cook (Day Shifts + Full Benefits + Tips)

Compensation: $22.00 – $24.00 / hour + Tips Benefits: 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, & Vision (Full-Time) Schedule: Consistent Daytime / Lunch-focused shifts (Enjoy your evenings!) Location: Truckee Tavern – Truckee, CA

About the Role

Truckee Tavern is looking for a reliable, skilled Line/Prep Cook to join our daytime kitchen crew. If you love the energy of a busy lunch rush, take pride in a clean station, and want a consistent schedule that actually lets you have your evenings free, we want to talk to you.

We operate on teamwork, consistency, and mutual respect. No egos, no chaotic kitchen drama—just great food and a solid crew.

What You’ll Do:

• Prep for Success: Knock out daily prep for lunch and help set up the dinner crew for success (sauces, proteins, veggies).
• Rock the Line: Own your station during the busy lunch push with urgency and focus.
• Master the Grill: Execute proteins and grill items consistently to standard.
• Keep it Clean: Maintain an organized, sanitary station before, during, and after service.
• Be a Team Player: Support other stations when needed and communicate clearly with the team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Solid experience on the line (strong grill experience is a major plus).
• A prep-focused mindset—you know that a smooth service starts with great prep.
• Reliability. You show up on time, ready to work with a positive attitude.
• Ability to follow recipes, systems, and food safety standards.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Great Pay: $22–$24/hr base rate, plus a share of the tip pool.
• Unbeatable Benefits: We cover 100% of your medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for full-time employees.
• Work-Life Balance: Steady daytime shifts so you can enjoy your life outside the kitchen.
• A Solid Team: Work in a professional, clean, and organized kitchen environment where your hard work is respected.