Line Cook

Katellabakery; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. The ideal candidate will ensure the highest food quality, adhere to food safety standards, and contribute positively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include preparing meals, coordinating food orders, and maintaining a clean cooking station. If you have a passion for cooking and meet the qualifications, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years as Line Cook in a high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Fluent in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food items to order, following recipes.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards.
• Participate in restaurant meetings and training.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to Detail

Fast-paced Work

Education

California Food Handler Card

Job description

Description

The Line Cook ensures the highest quality of food is served at all times. The Line Cook is responsible for all aspects of their assigned cooking station: sets up and stocks products, cooks and presents dishes according to Katella Deli’s recipes, and cleans, sanitizes and maintains equipment, utensils and tools.

Job Duties:

Preparing quality food items to order for our guests:

• Following recipe and presentation guidelines to meet or exceed guests’ expectations.
• Coordinating food order to support timely and efficient delivery to each table.
• Maintain a safe working environment while ensuring proper food safety and sanitation standards to ensure guest safety.
• Meeting special guest request while ensuring same quality of standards.
• Complete kitchen tasks such as line set-up, food preparation, clean-up and breakdown.
• Actively participate in all restaurant related meetings and training sessions; apply learned skills on-the job.
• Consistently execute Company policies and procedures.

Hours: Various shifts

Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 + years as Line Cook in a high-volume full service restaurant.
• Must enjoy and be able to succeed positively and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Must be able to work quickly in a confined area and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers.
• Fluent in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail with knowledge of weights, measurements, volume and cooking procedures.
• Continuous use of hands and arms, along with bending, reaching, twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, as needed.
• Ability to work in elevated temperatures.
• Knowledgeable in safe food handling and sanitation, along with safety cooking procedures.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• California Food Handler Card is required for all foodservice employees who prepare, store, serve food.