Line Cook - The Proud Bird

Specialty Restaurants; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team at a historic restaurant known for its unique food hall experience. As a Line Cook, you'll prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring the highest quality and presentation. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive environment that values innovation and exceptional service. With competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance and employee discounts, you can thrive in a workplace dedicated to creating unforgettable dining experiences. If you have a passion for food and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your culinary career.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Opportunities for Growth

Employee Discounts

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral Program with Cash Incentive

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a Line Cook or Prep Cook required.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Kitchen Equipment

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary School Training

Tools

Kitchen Tools

Cooking Appliances

Job description

Overview:

The Proud Bird, a historic and iconic restaurant with a strong tie to the local community, makes quite a statement as a unique, upscale food hall with interactive aviation exhibits and a renovated events center. The Proud Bird was named LA's Hottest Food Hall by Food Network.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation holds an impressive portfolio of 17 award-winning restaurants throughout the U.S. including The Proud Bird, and we pride ourselves on creating incomparable memories by delivering an unforgettable dining experience with exceptional food, unmatched service, and breathtaking views.

Our mission at The Proud Bird/Specialty Restaurants Corporation is to always innovate and consistently deliver a 5-star experience for our employees, guests, partners, and community. We look forward to adding our next valued team member!

Pay: $22 - $25 / hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Ensure the highest quality and presentation of dishes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Assist in the preparation of ingredients and mise en place.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs.
• Adhere to all kitchen and restaurant policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Line Cook or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Culinary school training is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Employee discounts.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Referral program with up to $4,000 cash incentive.

If you are passionate about food, have a strong work ethic, and are looking to be part of a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career at The Proud Bird.

Physical demands:

• Must be able to walk and stand for hours at a time. Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug-free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.

Qualifications Education:

Preferred: High School

Experience:

Required: 2 years as a Line Cook or Prep Cook

Behaviors:

• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause.
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.