Line Cook

Mill Creek Cattle Company; Mentone (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Mill Creek Cattle Company in Mentone, CA is seeking an experienced cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and plate breakfast, lunch, and dinner, maintain quality and presentation, and work across multiple stations in a fast-paced restaurant.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of restaurant cooking experience, can follow recipes independently, upholds food safety standards, and collaborates well with kitchen and front-of-house staff. Availability nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of restaurant cooking experience preferred.
• Experience preparing American cuisine and breakfast menu items.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen sanitation.
• Dependable, punctual, and team‑oriented.
• Available nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must have current Food Handlers Card issued by San Bernardino County.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items.
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Work multiple stations, including grill, flat top, fryer, and prep.
• Assist with food preparation, stocking, and kitchen organization.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain a clean workstation and assist with kitchen cleanliness.
• Work efficiently during high‑volume periods, weekends, and special events.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and front‑of‑house staff.

Skills

3+ years experience

Independent worker

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Punctual

Job description

Mill Creek Cattle Company is seeking an experienced cook to join our kitchen team. We are looking for a dependable, professional cook with mid‑level to senior‑level experience preparing and plating menu items in a fast‑paced restaurant environment. This is not an entry‑level position. The ideal candidate can work independently, follow recipes and procedures, maintain quality standards, and perform well during busy service periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items
• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation standards
• Work multiple stations as needed, including grill, flat top, fryer, and prep
• Assist with food preparation, stocking, and kitchen organization
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures
• Maintain a clean workstation and assist with overall kitchen cleanliness
• Work efficiently during high‑volume periods, weekends, and special events
• Communicate effectively with kitchen and front‑of‑house staff

Requirements

• 3+ years of restaurant cooking experience preferred
• Experience preparing American cuisine and breakfast menu items
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen sanitation
• Dependable, punctual, and team‑oriented
• Available nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have current Food Handlers Card issued by San Bernardino County