Experienced Back of House Team Member/Line Cook

Abbeys Real Texas BBQ_Shlemon Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Paid sick time

Paid training

Referral program

Job summary

Abbey's Real Texas BBQ is seeking experienced back-of-house cooks who take pride in their craft and can work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. This family-owned restaurant emphasizes quality, consistency, and a strong team culture, offering growth opportunities for motivated individuals.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of kitchen or line cook experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to multitask under pressure.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen or line cook experience (BBQ or high-volume preferred).
• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Execute prep, line cooking, and station setup.
• Work quickly and accurately in a high-volume environment.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Support team members during busy service periods.

Job description

Join Abbey's Real Texas BBQ, a family-owned restaurant serving authentic Texas BBQ for over 40 years. We are built on quality, consistency, and strong team culture—and we’re looking for experienced BOH cooks who take pride in their work.

Top Performer Opportunity

We are not looking for average.
This role is for cooks who move with urgency, take ownership of their station, and hold a high standard every shift.

If you are someone who:

• Shows up early and ready to execute
• Takes pride in clean, consistent work
• Performs at a high level even under pressure
• Wants to grow into leadership or higher responsibility

You will stand out quickly and have opportunities to grow with us.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe and quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Execute prep, line cooking, and station setup
• Work quickly and accurately in a high-volume environment
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Support team members during busy service periods

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen or line cook experience (BBQ or high-volume preferred)
• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency
• Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay + growth opportunities
• Stable, team-focused work environment
• Opportunity to grow with an established and expanding brand
• Leadership that recognizes and rewards performance

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid training
• Referral program

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Required)