Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Tips & Health Benefits

Bear Flag Fish Company; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Holidays!

Hourly rate plus tips!

Health insurance benefits for eligible

Job summary

Bear Flag Fish Co is seeking a Line Cook to join our team in Newport Beach. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes according to our recipes and standards, thriving in a fast-paced kitchen and contributing to the guest experience.

Ideal candidates are reliable, able to multitask, follow safety and sanitation guidelines, and communicate clearly with team members. Previous kitchen experience and knife skills are a plus; lifting up to 50 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items to recipes and customer requests.
• Available for flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Experienced with a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communication and ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Comfortable working in tight, crowded spaces with variable temperatures/noise.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items per recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food prep standards to maintain consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure proper cooking and storage.
• Report issues with food quality or delays in service to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Ensure all dishes from the station meet restaurant quality expectations.
• Follow procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain sanitation and safety guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support kitchen operations.

Skills

Recipe adherence

Flexible shifts

Knife skills

Communication

Multitasking

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Job description

Bear Flag Fish Co is seeking a Line Cook to join our team in Newport Beach. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes according to our recipes and standards, thriving in a fast-paced kitchen and contributing to the guest experience.

Ideal candidates are reliable, able to multitask, follow safety and sanitation guidelines, and communicate clearly with team members. Previous kitchen experience and knife skills are a plus; lifting up to 50 pounds is required.