Experienced Line Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen Pro

Black Bear Diner; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Bear Diner is seeking an Experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team in Redwood City. You will routinely prepare, cook, plate and finish all menu items following our procedures and standards to ensure guests receive consistently great meals.

Key responsibilities include maintaining food safety, stocking line stations, portioning ingredients, keeping a clean work area, and supporting other prep tasks. This fast-paced role requires strong team collaboration and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Previous experience in Food Prep and the kitchen is essential.

Responsibilities

• Consistently prepare, cook, plate and finish all food items according to Black Bear Diner procedures and standards.
• Comply with all food safety requirements such as checking and maintaining temperature, dating and labeling products, rotating products so that oldest is used first.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period. Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, burners, ovens and refrigeration equipment. Handle, store and rotate all products properly.
• Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Complete side work for station and shift. Close the kitchen correctly.
• Follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assist others in closing stations and the kitchen.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the manager-on-duty.

Skills

Food prep experience

Line cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Black Bear Diner is seeking an Experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team in Redwood City. You will routinely prepare, cook, plate and finish all menu items following our procedures and standards to ensure guests receive consistently great meals.

Key responsibilities include maintaining food safety, stocking line stations, portioning ingredients, keeping a clean work area, and supporting other prep tasks. This fast-paced role requires strong team collaboration and reliability.