Line Cook: Fast-Paced, Team-Driven Kitchen

gjelinagroup; Dayton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

GJELINA GROUP is seeking a Line Cook to prepare a wide variety of dishes in line with our restaurant concept. You will learn recipes, maintain prep lists, and work with the chef team to ensure top quality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, hygiene, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities include following recipes, cooking methods, and food safety standards, while supporting opening/closing procedures and station setups.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays.
• Must know basic math and measurements.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• In-depth understanding of professional cooking/baking, knife handling skills and safety.
• Ability to take direction and train others.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of appearance and hygiene.
• Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh.
• Follow recipes and measure ingredients.
• Bake, grill, steam and boil foods.
• Present, garnish and arrange final dishes.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Handle and store ingredients and food.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and utensils.
• Assist in opening and closing procedures.
• Set up stations with ingredients and equipment.
• Check ingredient quality and freshness.
• Monitor inventory levels.
• Accommodate guests' special requests.
• Operate kitchen equipment (broilers, ovens, grills, fryers).
• Follow prep lists and portion controls.
• Train and support other staff as needed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Flexible schedule

Basic math

Read and follow instructions

Team player

Work under pressure

Job description

GJELINA GROUP is seeking a Line Cook to prepare a wide variety of dishes in line with our restaurant concept. You will learn recipes, maintain prep lists, and work with the chef team to ensure top quality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, hygiene, and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities include following recipes, cooking methods, and food safety standards, while supporting opening/closing procedures and station setups.