Line Cook/Kitchen Manger

Bear Flag Fish Company; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Holidays

Hourly rate plus tips

Health insurance benefits

Job summary

Bear Flag Fish Co is seeking a Line Cook to join our team in Newport Beach, CA. You will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes according to our standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The role requires a strong sense of timing, knife skills, and the ability to follow recipes and customer requests while maintaining high quality and consistency across all plates.

Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items to recipes and requests.
• Able to work flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.
• Experienced with a variety of kitchen tools and sharp knives.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions reliably.
• Capable of multitasking under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Comfortable working in tight spaces with varying temps and noise.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items per recipes and standards, ensuring quality and presentation.
• Adhere to portion controls and prep standards to maintain consistency and control costs.
• Monitor temperatures and use thermometers to ensure safe cooking and storage.
• Report food quality issues or delays to kitchen staff promptly.
• Ensure dishes meet station and restaurant quality expectations.
• Follow procedures for allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation guidelines and keep equipment clean.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support kitchen operations.

Skills

Recipe adherence

Flexible shifts

Kitchen tools & knives

Follow instructions

Multitasking under pressure

Crowded spaces adaptation

Lift 50 lbs + long hours

Job description

Position Overview

Bear Flag Fish Co is looking for people to join our Team! The Line Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. This position demands a high level of kitchen competence and the ability to handle a fast‑paced cooking environment.

Key Qualifications

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends.
• Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communicator with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality. Ensure all menu items are cooked and executed to company standard.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure food is cooked and stored at the correct temperatures.
• Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurant’s quality expectations.
• Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.

Perks

No Holidays! Hourly rate plus tips! Health insurance benefits for eligible employees!