Kitchen - Line Cook 2

Spa Ojai; Ojai (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Spa Ojai in Ojai, CA is seeking a Line Cook 2 to support our culinary team in delivering Five Diamond service and exquisite cuisine. You will prepare and cook meals with attention to cleanliness, quality, and timely execution while upholding OVI policies.

Qualified candidates have at least 3 years of culinary experience, possess a culinary degree or certificate, and are bilingual in English and Spanish. Experience in resort or upscale environments and strong teamwork are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of culinary experience or training.
• Ability to follow recipes and directions.
• Ability to work cold and hot stations.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques.
• Ability to focus on details in repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
• Fluent in English; ability to read/write in English & Spanish.
• Culinary degree or certificate from an accredited establishment.
• Experience in resort or upscale restaurant; high-volume cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up line station and prepare all food for the shift.
• Follow quality control standards and maintain professionalism on the line.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work area and equipment.
• Assist in controlling food costs by managing waste and prepping accordingly.
• Produce food according to tickets in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adhere to plating guides and recipes.
• Receive items and store properly in assigned locations.
• Close stations and complete prep for the next shift.

Skills

Culinary experience

Follow recipes

Follow directions

Work cold & hot stations

Basic cooking techniques

Attention to detail

Multitask & prioritize

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent guest service

Team oriented

Excellent attitude

Education

Culinary Degree or Certificate

Experience in resort or upscale restaurant

High-volume cooking experience

Job description

905 Country Club Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM

The Line Cook 2 assists the culinary team in providing Five Diamond standards of service and cooking to guests while practicing OVI policies and procedures. Prepares and cooks food with attention to cleanliness and sanitation, consistent quality standards and taste, timeliness and cost effectiveness. Maintains a clean, organized and safe work station.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Minimum (3) years of culinary experience or training equivalent.

Ability to follow recipes.

Ability to follow directions.

ability to work cold and hot stations

knowledge of basic cooking techniques

Ability to focus attention to details in performing repetitive tasks.

Must be able to handle multiple tasks with the ability to prioritize work assignments.

Excellent attitude and willingness to learn

Excellent guest service skills and attitude when attending stations on any specific function.

Enthusiasm for working in a team oriented, fast paced environment that fosters creativity.

Ability to read, write and communicate in the English & Spanish language.

Culinary Degree or Certificate from an accredited establishment.

Previous experience in resort or at an upscale restaurant

High-volume cooking experience in a fast pace environment

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other associates or guests.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor on a daily basis.

Set up station on the line as required.

Prepare all food required for scheduled station and shift.

Follow quality control and standards of excellence and professionalism on the line.

Maintain quality and consistency of all food served.

Safely and properly clean and use equipment including personal knives.

Ensure station is set on time with the appropriate amount of food and supplies for the projected business.

Assist in controlling food cost by monitoring waste and prepping accordingly to meet business levels.

Production of food according to the ticket in a timely manner and in accordance with specifications.

Must maintain a sense of urgency work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Ensure quality control and standard of excellence and professionalism on the line.

Ensure all foods are stored properly to include wrapped, labeled, and dated with expiration dates.

Display work habits that promote accident prevention.

Adhere to state, local, Food Safety, MSDS, OSHA and Health Department regulations.

Remain knowledgeable of the proper taste and presentation of all menu items, in all stations

Close stations including cleaning procedures

Work off production sheets – Prep list for line stations

Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area.

Assist in receiving items and properly store in assigned location.

Adhere to plating guide and recipes book

905 Country Club Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA