Pantry Cook – Korean Kitchen, Fast-Paced, Tips

Baekjeong Korean BBQ; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Baekjeong Korean BBQ in Fullerton Buena Park — Buena Park, CA is seeking a pantry cook to support a fast-paced Korean kitchen. The role focuses on kitchen prep, sauces, garnishes, and adherence to health and safety rules.

The candidate must be comfortable working with weights up to 50 pounds and thrive in a team environment. Experience in a high-volume kitchen and knowledge of Korean ingredients are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ year in high-paced kitchen environment preferred.
• Knowledge of Korean ingredients preferred.
• Must know how to clean, sharpen, maintain kitchen knives.
• Familiar with health and safety rules in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and collect supplies for service.
• Prepare a variety of foods and side dishes.
• Prepare sauces and garnishes.
• Label, date, and store food items per safety procedures.
• Inform chef of shortages in advance.
• Check plating, temperature, and portions.
• Sterilize kitchen equipment after shift.
• Monitor stock and place orders as needed.
• Set up sanitizer buckets and towels for station.
• Perform temperature checks for coolers.
• Set up rubber floor mats at stations.
• Taste with team members.
• Disinfect prep surfaces and mop designated areas.
• Ensure products are labeled in walk-in cooler.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen

Knife skills

Safety knowledge

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Kitchen knives maintenance

Job description

Baekjeong Korean BBQ in Fullerton Buena Park — Buena Park, CA is seeking a pantry cook to support a fast-paced Korean kitchen. The role focuses on kitchen prep, sauces, garnishes, and adherence to health and safety rules.

The candidate must be comfortable working with weights up to 50 pounds and thrive in a team environment. Experience in a high-volume kitchen and knowledge of Korean ingredients are preferred.