Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Growth & Teamwork

LaLa; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

LaLa in San Juan, PR is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare and cook menu items, ensuring high quality dishes and timely service in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage stations, maintain cleanliness, follow food safety guidelines, and collaborate with fellow kitchen staff. This role offers opportunities for growth and a dynamic, diverse team focused on delivering memorable dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook in a restaurant or culinary setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation methods, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment is essential.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as our restaurant operates seven days a week.
• Commitment to following food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Station Management: Manage your designated stations during service, including prepping ingredients and organizing workspace to maintain efficiency and cleanliness. Learn and master new stations and responsibilities quickly and with success.
• Quality Control: Monitor food quality and portion sizes, adhering to restaurant standards, and ensuring all dishes meet health and safety regulations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other line cooks and kitchen staff to coordinate food preparation and ensure timely service during peak hours.
• Inventory Control: Assist in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and reporting any shortages to the kitchen manager.
• Maintenance: Keep your workstation clean and organized throughout the shift, following proper sanitation practices to ensure a safe and healthy kitchen environment.
• Learning and Development: Continuously learn and improve cooking techniques and culinary skills under the guidance of the kitchen leadership team.
• Additional Duties: Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by management to ensure efficient restaurant operations.

Skills

Food preparation

Station management

Quality control

Teamwork

Sanitation

Job description

LaLa in San Juan, PR is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare and cook menu items, ensuring high quality dishes and timely service in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage stations, maintain cleanliness, follow food safety guidelines, and collaborate with fellow kitchen staff. This role offers opportunities for growth and a dynamic, diverse team focused on delivering memorable dining experiences.