Line Chef

Del Mar; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Free shift meal

Employee discount

Dynamic environment

Brand growth impact

Job summary

goop kitchen in Del Mar is hiring Line Chefs to bring our scratch-made recipes to life on the hot line, delivering plates that look as good as they taste.

You will master recipes, manage prep timing, and multi-task across cold prep, hot line, and cleaning during peak hours while upholding knife skills, safety standards, and fast-paced performance.

Qualifications

• 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Solid knife skills and cooking techniques (sauté, grill, ovens)
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen
• Strong food safety knowledge
• Food handler certification
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

Responsibilities

• Cook across the hot line — broilers, ovens, sauté, and grill
• Master recipes and techniques for every kitchen station (hot and cold)
• Build entrees quickly and accurately with great presentation
• Manage prep timing and par levels to stay ahead of the rush
• Multi-task across cold prep, hot line, and cleaning during peak hours

Skills

Knife skills

Cooking techniques

Fast-paced kitchen

Food safety knowledge

Food handler certification

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Job description

Overview

We are opening a new restaurant in Del Mar! We are looking for Kitchen team members to join! goop kitchen is on a mission to to build the most trusted and exceptional, clean food and hospitality company for the world. Every meal we serve reflects our commitment to quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and genuine hospitality. We envision a world where clean eating is just eating—where food that’s good for you is also vibrant, satisfying, and deeply enjoyable.

At goop kitchen, we're reimagining what "fast" food can be — clean, organic, and made with intention. We refer to our Line Cooks as Line Chefs. As a Line Chef, you'll be the one bringing our scratch-made recipes to life on the hot line, building beautifully plated entrees that taste as good as they look.

This is a kitchen for chefs who want to sharpen their craft: master every station, keep pace during peak rushes, and take pride in consistency, presentation, and flavor — every single ticket.

Your Impact

• Cook across the hot line — broilers, ovens, sauté, and grill
• Master recipes and techniques for every kitchen station (hot and cold)
• Build entrees quickly and accurately with great presentation
• Manage prep timing and par levels to stay ahead of the rush
• Multi-task across cold prep, hot line, and cleaning during peak hours

Your Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance*
• 401k match*
• Free shift meal
• Employee discount
• Opportunity to build and work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on a rapidly growing brand.

* depending on eligibility

Your Essentials

• 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Solid knife skills and cooking techniques (sauté, grill, ovens)
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen (bonus points for health-forward or scratch-kitchen concepts)
• Strong food safety knowledge
• Food handler certification
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

The Essential Functions of the Job

• Standing / Walking: Comfortable working and walking on your feet and standing for shifts of up to 8 hours
• Lifting / Carrying: Routinely handling items up to 5-25 lbs, and occasionally handling items 40-50 lbs
• Bending / Reaching / Kneeling: For accessing low and high areas and handling items, includes receiving orders, restocking, prep and portioning, retrieving kitchen and dishwashing equipment and tools
• Repetitive Motion: Frequent tasks like cleaning, chopping, assembling, and mixing
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle knives, kitchen tools, and equipment with precision and safety. Interacting with systems and managing cleaning tools
• Temperature Tolerance: Must be able to work in hot, cold, and humid environments, including near ovens, stoves, and refrigeration units.

About goop kitchen

goop kitchen is an upscale fast-casual concept, founded by Gwyneth Paltrow in 2021, serving real, clean, and delicious food made-to-order. The brand focuses on thoughtfully sourced ingredients and chef-driven menus designed primarily for delivery and takeout.