Kitchen Prep/Line Cook/Dishwasher

Mad Yolks; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Mad Yolks is seeking a dedicated Line/Prep Cook in Santa Cruz, CA, for a part-time role. You will support meal prep, ensuring ingredients are ready for service and that safety standards are met in a fast-paced kitchen.

Ideal candidates have kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and a passion for delivering quality dishes while collaborating with the culinary team. Join us for flexible hours and a vibrant kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and culinary techniques.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with various cooking methods.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff.
• A passion for the food industry and commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation by preparing ingredients according to recipes and specifications.
• Perform tasks including chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables, meats, and other ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area and sanitize tools and equipment.
• Follow food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and maintain quality.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of meals during service hours.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, and mixers safely and effectively.
• Prepare meals meeting specific dietary requirements as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Knife skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Line/Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a strong understanding of kitchen operations.

As a Line/Prep Cook, you will play a crucial role in the meal preparation process, ensuring that all ingredients are prepped and ready for our culinary team to create exceptional dishes. This position requires attention to detail, adherence to food safety standards, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Assist in menu planning by preparing ingredients according to recipes and specifications.
• Perform meal preparation tasks including chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables, meats, and other ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, ensuring all cooking tools and equipment are sanitized.
• Follow food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure high-quality food standards.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of meals during service hours.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, and mixers safely and effectively.
• Support the dietary department by preparing meals that meet specific dietary requirements as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and culinary techniques.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with various cooking methods.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff.
• A passion for the food industry and commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Join our team as a Line/Prep Cook where your skills will contribute to creating memorable dining experiences!

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Our Mission
We are dedicated to creating an environment that not only nourishes the body, but feeds the soul.