Line Cook

Honda Center; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Honda Center is seeking a Line Cook to join their culinary team. This on-site position requires preparing hot and cold menu items, ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. The ideal candidate should have 6–12 months of professional kitchen experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Your role will involve setting up workstations, communicating with team members, and supporting event execution across various outlets. A High School diploma and a Food Handler certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months of professional kitchen experience preferred, particularly in high-volume settings.
• Ability to read and execute recipes, prep lists, and production sheets accurately.
• Current Food Handler certification or ability to obtain promptly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items to recipe standards.
• Set up, stock, and maintain clean work areas.
• Execute various cooking methods and monitor food temperatures.

Skills

Knife skills

Standard cooking techniques

Time management

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Culinary coursework

Job description

Job Title: Line Cook

Pay Details: $23.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items to recipe standards; portion, plate, and garnish according to specs.
• Set up, stock, and break down assigned stations; maintain clean, organized work areas throughout service.
• Execute a variety of cooking methods (bake, roast, grill/broil, sauté, steam, poach); carve/portion as needed.
• Measure and mix ingredients using appropriate tools and equipment (mixers, slicers, grinders, blenders).
• Monitor and record food temperatures; adjust equipment settings to maintain safe, optimal cooking conditions.
• Complete required time/temperature logs and other HACCP documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow FIFO, proper labeling, dating, and storage protocols for raw and prepared foods.
• Identify and handle common food allergens appropriately (e.g., milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, soy) and follow house procedures to prevent cross-contact.
• Assist with inventory, prep lists, and par levels to ensure product availability during events.
• Support banquet/event execution across multiple outlets or locations as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with chefs and teammates; provide courteous assistance to guests when appropriate.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following equipment, knife-handling, and sanitation procedures.
• Perform additional kitchen duties (wash/peel/cut produce; trim/portion proteins; breading; straining soups/sauces) and other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience: 6–12 months of professional kitchen experience preferred (high-volume, multi-station or event environments a plus).

Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; culinary coursework a plus.

Certifications: Current Food Handler certification (or ability to obtain promptly); additional local/state food safety credentials as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient knife skills; foundational butchery and station prep competence.
• Working knowledge of standard cooking techniques and production methods.
• Ability to read/execute recipes, prep lists, and production sheets accurately.
• Strong organization and time management; able to prioritize and multitask under pressure.
• Clear verbal communication; collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Basic familiarity with HACCP, allergen control, and health department standards.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to consistent quality.

Location: This position is on-site.

Company: Anaheim Arena Management, LLC (F&B)

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.