Line Cook – Craft Beer Pairings in a High-Volume Kitchen

Stone Brewing Company; Escondido (CA); Hybrid; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip-eligible

Beer program

Shift meals

Employee discounts

Paid sick time

Job summary

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Escondido is hiring part-time Line Cooks. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen and are passionate about craft food and beer pairing, this is your opportunity to join one of Southern California’s most iconic brewery restaurants.

As a Line Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality dishes that elevate the guest experience. This is a tip-eligible kitchen position with the opportunity to sharpen your culinary skills while working

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years experience as a line cook or kitchen team member in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong passion for culinary excellence and teamwork.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items using grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers.
• Execute recipes and plating with consistency and attention to detail.
• Work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen during peak service.
• Expedite orders and communicate with FOH and BOH teams.
• Support seasonal menus and brewery programming.
• Maintain a clean, food-safe workstation.
• Follow food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with inventory rotation, storage, and prep tasks.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture.

Skills

Line cook experience

Teamwork

Multitasking

Food safety

Food handler card

Job description

Description

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Escondido is hiring part-time Line Cooks. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen and are passionate about craft food and beer pairing, this is your opportunity to join one of Southern California’s most iconic brewery restaurants.

As a Line Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality dishes that elevate the guest experience. This is a tip-eligible kitchen position with the opportunity to sharpen your culinary skills while working alongside a collaborative and energetic team.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items including meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables using grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers
• Execute recipes and plating with consistency, quality, and attention to detail
• Work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen environment during peak service
• Expedite orders and communicate effectively with front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) teams
• Support special events, seasonal menus, and brewery programming
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Assist with inventory rotation, storage, and prep tasks
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3+ years experience as a line cook, prep cook, or kitchen team member in a high-volume restaurant
• Passion for culinary excellence, hospitality, and teamwork
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• San Diego County, California Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Reliable transportation and flexible availability (including nights, weekends, and holidays)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Tip-eligible position (earning potential beyond base pay)
• Work in a high-energy brewery restaurant environment
• Be part of a collaborative, team-first kitchen culture
• Gain experience with craft food and beer pairing
• Opportunities to support large-scale events and seasonal programming
• Employee perks: beer program, shift meals, and discounts
• Paid sick time

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a back-of-house restaurant job, line cook position, or a chance to grow your culinary career in a brewery kitchen, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and spend your summer at one of San Diego’s most unique dining destinations.

Sapporo USA / Stone Brewing Co. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, various ability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression of an otherwise qualified individual, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. Sapporo USA / Stone Brewing Co. hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications for the job to be filled.

Sapporo USA / Stone Brewing Co. seeks to build a culturally diverse staff where differences are valued and respected. Women, minorities, individuals with various abilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and intersectional individuals are encouraged to apply.