Line Cook

Birdseye Rooftop Restaurant & Bar; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Outdoor dining environment

Job summary

Birdseye Rooftop Restaurant in La Jolla, CA is seeking a line cook to execute dishes with speed, precision, and consistency in a small, high-volume kitchen.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a calm, focused demeanor during busy service, with opportunities for growth and both part-time and full-time schedules in an outdoor dining setting.

Competitive hourly pay based on experience, with emphasis on food safety and organization.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a small kitchen with high production volume.
• Calm, focused demeanor during busy service periods.
• Reliability, punctuality, and accountability.
• Ability to take direction and work collaboratively with the team.
• Pride in cleanliness, organization, and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Maintain speed and efficiency during high-volume service periods.
• Prepare and organize mise en place for service and daily prep lists.
• Communicate clearly with the kitchen team during service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation at all times.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with prep, station setup, and breakdown.
• Support teammates and contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture.

Skills

Line cook experience

Small kitchen efficiency

Calm under pressure

Reliability

Team collaboration

Food safety

Job description

Line Cook

Birdseye Rooftop Restaurant – La Jolla, CA

Birdseye Rooftop is a coastal dining experience overlooking the Pacific Ocean in La Jolla. Our restaurant is built around hospitality, atmosphere, and memorable guest experiences. While the view brings people in, it is the consistency and care of our team that keeps the experience seamless.

Our kitchen is small, fast-paced, and highly collaborative. During peak season we produce a high volume of food from a compact space, which requires cooks who are organized, composed under pressure, and committed to supporting the team.

We are looking for a line cook who can execute with speed, precision, and consistency while maintaining a calm and professional presence in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items with consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
• Maintain speed and efficiency during high-volume service periods.
• Prepare and organize mise en place for service and daily prep lists.
• Communicate clearly with the kitchen team during service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation at all times.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with prep, station setup, and breakdown.
• Support teammates and contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous line cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a small kitchen with high production volume.
• Strong sense of urgency without sacrificing quality.
• Calm, focused demeanor during busy service periods.
• Reliability, punctuality, and accountability.
• Ability to take direction and work collaboratively with the team.
• Pride in cleanliness, organization, and food safety.

Schedule:

Birdseye is a fully outdoor restaurant, and business levels fluctuate with seasonality and weather conditions. Spring and summer bring our highest volume and expanded hours, while winter months may require leaner scheduling. Evenings, weekends, and holidays are expected as part of the role.

Position Details:

• Part-time and full-time opportunities available.
• Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
• Opportunities for growth as the restaurant continues to develop.