Pasta Cook

Wish You Were Here Group; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Santa Monica is seeking a passionate Pasta Cook to join their culinary team. This role offers the opportunity to create exquisite handmade pasta dishes in a vibrant kitchen environment. As a Pasta Cook, you'll showcase your skills in cooking pasta to perfection and preparing flavorful sauces while working alongside a dedicated team. With a focus on quality ingredients and bold flavors, this position promises to be both rewarding and exciting. Join a celebrated restaurant where your culinary talents can flourish and contribute to a seasonally driven menu.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for skill refinement

Celebrated restaurant setting

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy, upscale kitchen, especially at the pasta station.
• Familiarity with fresh pasta production and Italian cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute a range of handmade pasta dishes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked station.

Skills

Pasta cooking

Italian cooking techniques

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

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Description

Now Hiring: Pasta Cook – Èlephante, Santa Monica

Pay: $21+ per hour, depending on experience

Location: Santa Monica, CA

Èlephante brings coastal Italian vibes to Santa Monica with a focus on bold flavors, quality ingredients, and high-volume service in a stunning beachside setting. We’re currently looking for a passionate and skilled Pasta Cook to join our culinary team and bring our fresh pasta dishes to life.

About The Role

As our Pasta Cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing and executing a range of handmade pasta dishes — from al dente perfection to rich, flavorful sauces. You'll work in a high-energy kitchen where timing, technique, and teamwork are key.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Cooking pasta to order with consistent timing and texture
• Preparing sauces and garnishes with precision and attention to detail
• Executing recipes to standard and ensuring consistency in flavor and presentation
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked station throughout service
• Following food safety, portioning, and sanitation protocols
• Managing multiple orders during peak hours without compromising quality
• Assisting with pasta prep, including rolling, cutting, and shaping as needed
• Participating in opening/closing duties and kitchen walkthroughs
• Communicating clearly with line cooks, expo, and the front-of-house team

What We’re Looking For

• Solid experience working the pasta station in a busy, upscale kitchen
• Familiarity with fresh pasta production and Italian cooking techniques
• Strong sense of timing and attention to plating and texture
• Able to multitask under pressure and work efficiently in a tight space
• Reliable, team-oriented, and excited to grow within a professional kitchen
• Flexible availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Physically able to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for long periods

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage: $21+ per hour, DOE
• A supportive, high-performance team environment
• Opportunities to refine your skills and grow your culinary career
• Work in one of Santa Monica’s most celebrated restaurant settings
• A place to contribute to a well-executed, seasonally driven menu