Grill Cook — Fast-Paced Diner, Passionate Team

Ruby's Diner; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruby's Diner in Commerce, CA is seeking a Grill Cook with a strong work ethic to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare all food items to order, follow recipes, and ensure proper portioning and timely service.

The role emphasizes sanitation, safety, and collaboration with team members to deliver a great guest experience. The ideal candidate has 2+ years on the line, strong knife skills and familiarity with food safety standards; culinary training is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant line experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Graduate of a culinary institute preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing all food items to order, following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits
• Ensuring that guests' orders are properly portioned and ready to be served
• Disinfecting and sanitizing cutting boards, worktables, grill and equipment by following sanitation guidelines
• Restocking items that were depleted during the shift
• Reviewing status of work and follow-up actions with the Manager
• Carrying equipment, food supplies, and utensils to/from work and storage areas
• Ensuring foods are properly stored to prevent spoilage
• Becoming familiar with new menu items and dishes
• Performing duties in other areas of kitchen as assigned

Skills

Grill cooking

Teamwork

Knife handling

Food safety

Education

Culinary school graduate

Military kitchen training

On-the-job training

Job description

Ruby's Diner in Commerce, CA is seeking a Grill Cook with a strong work ethic to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare all food items to order, follow recipes, and ensure proper portioning and timely service.

The role emphasizes sanitation, safety, and collaboration with team members to deliver a great guest experience. The ideal candidate has 2+ years on the line, strong knife skills and familiarity with food safety standards; culinary training is preferred.