Oyster Shucker: Fast-Paced Prep & Guest Education

Hog Island Oyster Co; Larkspur (CA); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical plan

401k retirement plan

Pre-tax FSA

Paid meal period

Vacation & sick time

Volunteer time off

Employee discounts

Training & advancement

Job summary

Hog Island Oyster Co. in California is seeking a full-time Shucker to create visually appealing, ready-to-eat oysters on the half shell at a fast pace, educating guests about varieties and techniques while delivering memorable service.

You’ll join a team in a bustling restaurant environment, supporting station readiness, maintaining clean, organized workspaces, and upholding safety standards. Prior shucking is preferred but training is provided, and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in the preparation of fresh ingredients in a restaurant kitchen.
• Knife skills (training provided).
• Cleanliness, and time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and pivot based on changing business needs.
• Reliable, organized, efficient, courteous, professional, and a team player.
• Solution-oriented attitude.
• A heightened sense of awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds & stand for 7-8 hours at a time.
• Full-time availability including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Set up work station with rubber mat, trash can and compost can.
• Check oyster inventory; put new oyster delivery sheet in oyster binder.
• Learn and be able to describe the oysters being served each day.
• Prep and set up workstation with ice, Hog Wash, lemons, and vinegar blend.
• Prefill Hog Wash cups with dry mix.
• Stock workstation with towels, disposable gloves, sanitizer bucket with towel, oyster platters, and printer paper.
• Shuck oysters without damaging the meat and arrange in a visually appealing presentation on the half shell while preserving the oyster liquor.
• Answer guest questions and educate them about the different types of oysters as needed.
• Restock oysters, ice and other workstation items as needed.
• Check BBQ oyster and fried oyster stations and restock as necessary.
• Keep Shellfish Grower Tags with oysters until they’ve been served and save to tag envelope.
• Communicate regularly with the team when help is needed to fill orders efficiently and when a specific oyster is running low or has run out.
• Break down the workstation at closing; store inventory appropriately, carry dishes to the dish pit, clean and disinfect the station and surrounding areas.
• Store all shellfish tags in the tag envelope for that day.
• Assist with hauling compost and trash to the appropriate bins.
• Follow all safety rules and company policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Knife skills

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Hog Island Oyster Co. in California is seeking a full-time Shucker to create visually appealing, ready-to-eat oysters on the half shell at a fast pace, educating guests about varieties and techniques while delivering memorable service.

You’ll join a team in a bustling restaurant environment, supporting station readiness, maintaining clean, organized workspaces, and upholding safety standards. Prior shucking is preferred but training is provided, and weekend availability is required.