Kitchen Lead & Line-Cook Trainer

Wet Willie's; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 3,030,720 - 4,132,800; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Lead Line Cook for Hotline, Carving & Cafe/Soup/Salad. You will prepare all menu items per recipes, communicate with staff during rushes, and coordinate with service and kitchen teams to ensure fast, high-quality output.

The role requires 2 years in a kitchen, strong communication in English, and leadership ability to guide a team while maintaining safety and cleanliness. Flexibility with shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• Must pass line cook training and validation.
• Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate English.
• 2 years’ experience in a kitchen.
• Openness and willingness to learn new techniques.
• Clean work habits with great attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to think quickly and adapt while maintaining quality.
• Proven ability to lead a staff and influence team behavior.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Flexibility with schedule requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all menu items according to recipes and plate guidelines.
• Communicate flow of customers to staff for rush periods.
• Coordinate cafeteria needs with service/kitchen staff and managers.
• Work with speed to ensure timely output of items.
• Update recipes and ensure proper execution of procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen area during shifts.
• Complete prep work for stocking and setup; break down and clean station daily.
• Rotate products to par, label, and obtain signatures as needed.
• Dress in company-approved uniform and adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Line cook leadership

Multitasking

English communication

Attention to detail

Food safety

Job description

Wet Willie's in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Lead Line Cook for Hotline, Carving & Cafe/Soup/Salad. You will prepare all menu items per recipes, communicate with staff during rushes, and coordinate with service and kitchen teams to ensure fast, high-quality output.

The role requires 2 years in a kitchen, strong communication in English, and leadership ability to guide a team while maintaining safety and cleanliness. Flexibility with shifts is expected.