Line Cook – Fast-Paced, High-Volume Kitchen

Chartwells Higher Education; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education seeks a Cook to prepare and cook food in a high-volume environment, upholding corporate standards and safety policies. This role requires accurate execution, teamwork, and strong communication.

The successful candidate will prep, cook, and maintain mise en place, ensuring quality service and adherence to guidelines. Physical ability and independent work are important to excel in this position.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including restaurant or prep cook roles.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Solid understanding of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accurate and fast execution of tasks.
• Familiarity with industry best practices.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and cook food per directions.
• Set up mise en place for high-volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment per health and safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food in proper areas.
• Communicate with operational departments.
• Report maintenance issues or accidents to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Accuracy and speed

Industry best practices

Independent work

Physical ability

Education

Food Safety Certification

Cooking school certificate

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education seeks a Cook to prepare and cook food in a high-volume environment, upholding corporate standards and safety policies. This role requires accurate execution, teamwork, and strong communication.

The successful candidate will prep, cook, and maintain mise en place, ensuring quality service and adherence to guidelines. Physical ability and independent work are important to excel in this position.