Kitchen Prep & Line Cook

ash-people; Dayton (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Ash Hotel & F&B discounts

Job summary

ASH Hotels is seeking a Kitchen Prep & Line Cook to join the hotel cafe team, supporting breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Reporting to the Kitchen Supervisor, you will prepare dishes to spec, maintain a clean station, and help ensure smooth service.

The ideal candidate brings 1+ year back-of-house experience, solid knife skills, and a passion for quality. You’ll work in a fast-paced kitchen, follow recipes and safety rules, and collaborate with the team to deliver high standards and guest

Qualifications

• 1+ years back-of-house / culinary experience in a full-service setting.
• Experience working a station during active service.
• Solid knife skills and basic culinary techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and plating standards.
• Food Handler certification required, or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Work efficiently under pressure as part of a small kitchen team.
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Passion for food, hospitality, and consistent culinary execution.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe, portion, and plating specifications across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
• Set up, stock, and maintain an assigned station, ensuring mise en place is ready before each service.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures, including proper handling and temperature control.
• Maintain required Food Handler certification and comply with safety protocols.
• Communicate clearly with the Kitchen Supervisor and fellow cooks to ensure smooth ticket times.
• Monitor portioning and minimize waste during prep and service.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food product as directed.
• Keep kitchen and storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with health standards.
• Report maintenance needs for equipment and support other stations during peak periods.
• Follow kitchen conduct, uniform standards, and support a respectful, accountable culture.
• Take direction from Kitchen Supervisor and apply feedback consistently.

Skills

Culinary experience

Active service station

Knife skills

Recipes & plating

Work under pressure

Flexible schedule

Food Handler cert

Job description

ASH Hotels designs, develops, owns and operates a very special collection of properties. In our world, a hotel is much more than a destination to meet, dine, or sleep. Rather, it is a dynamic site of imagery and emotions, interactions and sensations manifesting within the walls of a beautifully restored local legend – a living movie set. An ASH hotel is a connection to the past and a beacon for the future, layered in nuanced storytelling that invites exploration time and again.

Opening Fall 2026, our jewel box of a hotel stands on the iconic Venice Beach boardwalk, a lively stretch of California culture where a seemingly endless beach meets the dreams and schemes of this great city. Venice, CA was born from a grand vision, the ancient and hauntingly beautiful most serene republic reborn for pleasure on the wild pacific coast, where the spirit of spectacle, entertainment, and countercultural pursuits is as palpable as the salty air.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Kitchen Prep & Line Cook to join the culinary team at our hotel cafe, supporting breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Reporting to the Kitchen Supervisor, this hands-on role is responsible for preparing high-quality dishes to recipe and plating standards, working efficiently on an assigned station, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen.

The ideal Kitchen Prep & Line Cook is reliable, quick on their feet, and takes pride in consistent, high-quality execution. They come to work ready to prep, cook, and plate with speed and precision during service, and they take direction well from the Kitchen Supervisor and broader culinary team. This person thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly with the team during a rush, and holds themselves accountable to the kitchen's standards of cleanliness and craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe, portion, and plating specifications across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
• Set up, stock, and maintain an assigned station, ensuring mise en place is ready before each service
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures, including proper food handling, storage, and temperature control
• Maintain required Food Handler certification and comply with all food safety protocols
• Communicate clearly with the Kitchen Supervisor and fellow cooks to ensure smooth ticket times and accurate orders
• Monitor portioning and minimize waste during prep and service
• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food product as directed
• Keep kitchen and storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with health department standards
• Properly use, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment; report maintenance needs to the Kitchen Supervisor promptly
• Support other stations as needed during peak periods or staff shortages
• Follow kitchen conduct expectations, uniform standards, and contribute to a culture of respect and accountability
• Take direction and feedback from the Kitchen Supervisor and apply it consistently

Qualifications

• 1+ years of back of house / culinary experience, preferably in a full-service restaurant or hotel F&B setting
• Experience working on a station during active service; comfortable working multiple dayparts (breakfast through dinner)
• Solid knife skills and working knowledge of basic culinary techniques
• Ability to follow recipes and plating standards consistently
• Food Handler certification required, or ability to obtain upon hire
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure as part of a small, close-knit kitchen team
• Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Passion for food, hospitality, and consistent culinary execution

Work Environment

• Active, on-your-feet role in a fast-paced, high-heat kitchen environment
• Frequent use of sharp tools, hot equipment, and exposure to varying temperatures
• Regular lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods
• Primarily kitchen-based with minimal desk work
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs as needed

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $25/hr

Additional benefits include:

• Eligible to enroll in Medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous company contribution to monthly premium after 60 days of employment
• Eligible to enroll in Voluntary Long-Term, Short-Term Disability Plans, Life Insurance, Accident and Critical Illness Plans, Pet Insurance after 60 days of employment
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 90 days of employment
• Annual Paid Time Off: 10 vacation days, 4 Personal Days
• California-mandated paid sick leave
• Ash Hotel & F&B discounts

Legal Notices

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age (40+), disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under California or federal law, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Reasonable Accommodations: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please contact us during the application process.

At-Will Employment: Employment with this company is at-will, meaning either the employee or employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, to the extent permitted by law.