Line Cook & Prep Chef — Fast-Paced Kitchen Team

Lana Restaurant; Solana Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lana Restaurant in Solana Beach, CA is hiring a full-time Line Cook / Prep Cook to support the kitchen’s daily operations. You will prepare ingredients, set up workstations, and execute menu items according to recipes, standards, and quality guidelines.

Ideal candidates have strong cooking skills, food-safety knowledge, and a willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and following recipes.
• Basic pastry skills beneficial for desserts and bread prep.
• Knowledge of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organization.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is helpful.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and portion dishes according to recipes.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Cook dishes on the line and plate to standards.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to ensure timely service.
• Assist with inventory rotation and restocking as needed.
• Support for special menus or events when required.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Baking

Food Safety

Communication

Line Cook Experience

Prep Cook Experience

Education

Culinary training / coursework

Job description

Lana Restaurant in Solana Beach, CA is hiring a full-time Line Cook / Prep Cook to support the kitchen’s daily operations. You will prepare ingredients, set up workstations, and execute menu items according to recipes, standards, and quality guidelines.

Ideal candidates have strong cooking skills, food-safety knowledge, and a willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced team environment.