Line Cook

Levity Live, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Melrose Improv, part of Levity Live, is seeking experienced line cooks to join our fast-paced kitchen. You will work on hot and cold items, follow recipes, and ensure food safety standards to help us deliver high-quality meals for a diverse audience.

The role requires flexibility for nights and weekends, strong teamwork, and a commitment to sanitation. Join a historic venue that champions premier live comedy and quality dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced restaurant or club environments preferred.
• ServSafe or equivalent food handler certification recommended.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold dishes following recipes and production standards.
• Inspect and sanitize kitchen surfaces, equipment, and storage areas.
• Ensure correct temperatures for safe food handling and storage.
• Communicate with Kitchen Manager about item availability and substitutions (86s).
• Assist in assembling and final production of menu items.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Professional appearance

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High school diploma / culinary degree

Job description

Description

Do you like having a blast and working with great people? We do! If you want to feel excited on your way to work and can’t wait to be a part of team that delivers laughter to customers and team members, the Improv could be the place for you. Laughter is literally part of the job!

The historic Melrose Improv is looking for experienced Line Cooks to join the team. Before you apply, take a look at the job duties below:

• Have passion for the craft of cooking!
• Inspect and clean the kitchen equipment, work surfaces, and service areas so we get our A ratings and serve quality and sanitary food.
• Ensure that food is stored and cooked at the correct temperatures we are always working to achieve A ratings!
• Follow recipes and production standards to ensure quality products are achieved.
• Share ideas on new approaches and suggest better methods to keep kitchen running efficiently, we want to hear from you!
• Assemble and complete final production of hot and cold food items.
• Communicate with Kitchen Manager and or Management when items are no longer available (86’s are inevitable).
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, refrigerators, and any other kitchen area as designated by Management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Thrive in fast paced environments with a focus on teamwork!
• Ability to work flexible hours, especially nights and weekends.
• High school diploma, culinary degree, or equivalent work experience.
• 1 or more years of experience in restaurants or clubs
• ServSafe Food Handler Card ensuring compliance with any county or state requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Working knowledge of equipment and utensils.
• Working knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Consistently demonstrate a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Be able to stand or walk for an eight-hour shift.

About the Improv:

For over half a century, the Improv Comedy Clubs have remained the premier stages for live comedy in the United States. Over the decades, the talent who have graced our stages represent the Who’s Who in American comedy, including Richard Pryor, Billy Crystal, Lily Tomlin, Andy Kaufman, Eddie Murphy, Jerry Seinfeld, Tim Allen, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, Jamie Foxx, Adam Sandler, Jeff Dunham, and Dave Chappelle.

Today, the Improv stage continues to be the premier live venue for comedians and comedy lovers alike. Check us out at www.improv.com!