Line Cook — Fast-Casual Shawarma & Career Growth

Shawarma Guys; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discount

Paid training

Flexible scheduling with consistent 0?

Job summary

Shawarma Guys in La Mesa, CA is hiring cooks for a growing team. We offer hourly pay starting at what’s posted, with room to grow and flexible hours. You’ll join a kitchen focused on Middle Eastern cuisine and high standards of quality and service.

We value experience in fast-casual dining, knife skills, and ability to work with beef, poultry, and grilling methods. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus, and benefits include 401(k), meal discounts, and paid training.

Qualifications

• 2+ years cooking experience in a fast-casual restaurant setting.
• 2+ years of knife skill prepping.
• Experience in grilling techniques, beef and poultry slicing, meat grinding, and frying.
• Nice to Have Familiarity with Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly shawarma preparation.
• Over 2 years of cooking experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Bilingual Spanish / English is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and create all menu items in accordance with company recipes.
• Efficiently prep all raw ingredients, sides, marinates, and menu items.
• Ensure accurate food weight and measurements to maintain consistent serving portions.
• Monitor and maintain ingredient levels, promptly signaling the need for replenishment.
• Efficiently prepare ingredients with precision in anticipation of each meal service.
• Adhere strictly to standardized recipes for consistent execution of dishes.
• Present dishes thoughtfully to match their unique taste through careful plate presentation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness while upholding high standards of hygiene.
• Collaborate seamlessly with the kitchen crew, ensuring a well-coordinated and efficient operational flow.
• Adhere strictly to food safety protocols, underscoring our commitment to a secure culinary environment.
• Contribute to inventory management by overseeing supplies and initiating orders as necessary.
• Demonstrate strict compliance with safety regulations, a cornerstone for fostering a content and efficient kitchen atmosphere.

Job description

Shawarma Guys in La Mesa, CA is hiring cooks for a growing team. We offer hourly pay starting at what’s posted, with room to grow and flexible hours. You’ll join a kitchen focused on Middle Eastern cuisine and high standards of quality and service.

We value experience in fast-casual dining, knife skills, and ability to work with beef, poultry, and grilling methods. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus, and benefits include 401(k), meal discounts, and paid training.