Line Cook (Part-Time) - Brewery Restaurant

Sapporo USA; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip-eligible position

Shift meals

Employee discounts

Paid sick time

Job summary

Sapporo USA in Escondido is seeking a part-time Line Cook to join their team. This fast-paced role involves preparing and cooking diverse menu items while maintaining high efficiency and quality. The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years of experience in a similar role, demonstrating a passion for culinary excellence and teamwork.

You will have opportunities to work in a collaborative environment at one of Southern California’s iconic brewery restaurants, with additional perks such as a tip-eligible position, shift meals, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years experience as a line cook, prep cook, or kitchen team member in a high-volume restaurant.
• San Diego County, California Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain).
• Reliable transportation and flexible availability (including nights, weekends, and holidays).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items including meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables.
• Execute recipes and plating with consistency and quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Job description

Description

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Escondido is hiring part-time Line Cooks. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen and are passionate about craft food and beer pairing, this is your opportunity to join one of Southern California’s most iconic brewery restaurants.

As a Line Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality dishes that elevate the guest experience. This is a tip-eligible kitchen position with the opportunity to sharpen your culinary skills while working alongside a collaborative and energetic team.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items including meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables using grills, fryers, ovens, and broilers
• Execute recipes and plating with consistency, quality, and attention to detail
• Work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen environment during peak service
• Expedite orders and communicate effectively with front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) teams
• Support special events, seasonal menus, and brewery programming
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workstation
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Assist with inventory rotation, storage, and prep tasks
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3+ years experience as a line cook, prep cook, or kitchen team member in a high-volume restaurant
• Passion for culinary excellence, hospitality, and teamwork
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• San Diego County, California Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Reliable transportation and flexible availability (including nights, weekends, and holidays)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Tip-eligible position (earning potential beyond base pay)
• Work in a high-energy brewery restaurant environment
• Be part of a collaborative, team-first kitchen culture
• Gain experience with craft food and beer pairing
• Opportunities to support large-scale events and seasonal programming
• Employee perks: beer program, shift meals, and discounts
• Paid sick time

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a back-of-house restaurant job, line cook position, or a chance to grow your culinary career in a brewery kitchen, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and spend your summer at one of San Diego’s most unique dining destinations.

Sapporo USA / Stone Brewing Co. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, various ability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression of an otherwise qualified individual, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. Sapporo USA / Stone Brewing Co. hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications for the job to be filled.

Sapporo USA / Stone Brewing Co. seeks to build a culturally diverse staff where differences are valued and respected. Women, minorities, individuals with various abilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ and intersectional individuals are encouraged to apply.