Line Cook / Prep Cook

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

Role Description The Line Cook / Prep Cook is a full-time, on-site role based at Lana Restaurant in Solana Beach, CA. This role is responsible for preparing ingredients, setting up workstations, and executing menu items according to restaurant recipes and standards. Daily tasks include chopping, measuring, and portioning ingredients, cooking and finishing dishes on the line. The Line Cook / Prep Cook follows food safety guidelines, maintains a clean and organized kitchen area, and collaborates with the culinary team to ensure timely, consistent service. This role may also assist with inventory rotation, restocking, and occasional support for special menus or events.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Food Preparation and Cooking, with the ability to follow recipes and plating standards.
• Experience with Baking or basic pastry work is beneficial for supporting dessert and bread preparation.
• Knowledge of Food & Beverage operations, including food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen organization.
• Effective Communication skills for coordinating with chefs, servers, and other kitchen team members.
• Previous experience as a line cook, prep cook, or in a similar kitchen role preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Formal culinary training or coursework is a plus but not required.