Pantry Cook

Specialty Restaurants Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Reef in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Pantry Cook to prepare cold and pantry items, ensuring quality, consistency, and food safety during service. You will work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely prep, proper portions, and accurate plating, while following all recipes and procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum 2 years in a similar role or equivalent culinary experience is required; strong teamwork and ability to stand for long shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position or equivalent culinary experience.
• Previous restaurant or high-volume kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking techniques, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move kitchen supplies as needed.
• Food Handler certification, or ability to obtain one, as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare salads, appetizers, sandwiches, desserts, sauces, dressings, and other pantry items according to recipe and presentation standards.
• Maintain proper food preparation, portioning, and plating procedures.
• Set up and stock the pantry station before service and maintain proper product levels throughout the shift.
• Ensure all food is prepared and stored according to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked workstation.
• Communicate effectively with cooks, chefs, servers, and management during service.
• Monitor food quality and freshness and notify management of any concerns.
• Assist with prep and other kitchen duties as needed.
• Follow all recipes, portion controls, and kitchen procedures.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Sanitation standards

Follow recipes

Work under pressure

Communication

Teamwork

Stand for long hours

Food handler

Physical stamina

Job description

Company Overview

The Reef opened in 1958 - and we continue to be the premier special event location in Long Beach, CA. Since then, The Reef has undergone multiple multi-million-dollar renovations, offering guests and team members an unforgettable, high-end experience. Fresh seafood, prime cuts, and innovative fare with a subtle Polynesian twist. Guests bask in the beautiful California sun during daytime events and experience the twinkling lights of the Long Beach Harbor by night. The Reef offers a unique culinary experience with unmatchable views of the Long Beach skyline that is sure to impress. That, combined with the positive culture that we engage within daily, makes it an ideal place to level-up your career path.

Job Description

The Pantry Cook is responsible for preparing and executing cold and pantry menu items while maintaining high standards for quality, consistency, presentation, and food safety. This position works closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate preparation of food during service.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare salads, appetizers, sandwiches, desserts, sauces, dressings, and other pantry items according to recipe and presentation standards.
• Maintain proper food preparation, portioning, and plating procedures.
• Set up and stock the pantry station before service and maintain proper product levels throughout the shift.
• Ensure all food is prepared and stored according to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked workstation.
• Communicate effectively with cooks, chefs, servers, and management during service.
• Monitor food quality and freshness and notify management of any concerns.
• Assist with prep and other kitchen duties as needed.
• Follow all recipes, portion controls, and kitchen procedures.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position or equivalent culinary experience.
• Previous restaurant or high-volume kitchen experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, cooking techniques, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistency in food quality and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move kitchen supplies as needed.
• Food Handler certification, or ability to obtain one, as required.

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting, moving and carrying of kitchenware, cleaning equipment, food boxes, garbage etc. weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Standing for the duration of a 6+ hour shift with appropriate breaks.
• Regular and prolonged standing and walking to prepare food, clean workstations, move garbage, etc.
• Occasional ascending/descending stairs across the restaurant to move food items, equipment, etc.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Frequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms.
• Constant bending, stooping and turning, etc.
• Constant exposure to hot and damp temperature fluctuations.

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 pre-employment background check.

Salary: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour