Prep Cook

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking experienced Prep Cooks for their Los Angeles location. The role involves preparing fresh ingredients following strict recipes in a high-energy environment. Candidates should possess strong food handling skills and be able to work effectively under pressure. Join a supportive team that values trust and respect, featuring great benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Discounted supplemental benefits

Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan

Discounts to theme parks

Pet insurance

Legal and Identity Theft Insurance

Supportive environment for growth

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment.
• Adhere strictly to recipes when producing items.

Responsibilities

• Follow food safety procedures and complete daily prep lists.
• Prepare specific recipes for service and maintain clean workstation.
• Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

Skills

Flawless food handling

Basic English/Spanish communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Education

High School diploma preferred

Job description

Lazy Dog Restaurants - LA Live, Los Angeles, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Certified Great Place to Work 7 Years in a row!

Prep Cook: At this location, prep cooks earn $17 - $20 / hour and an additional $2 on average per hour in tips.

If you thrive on flawless food handling, preparing from scratch at the highest level, and following exact recipe specifications in a high-energy environment, then this is the job for you.

What we offer:

• Discounted supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan
• Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• A supportive environment that fosters your personal and professional growth

We are looking for experienced Full-Service Prep Cooks:

• 2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line
• Follow food safety procedures, complete daily prep lists, prepare specific recipes for service; clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout the kitchen
• Use only high-quality, fresh ingredients when preparing recipes
• Display the correct recipe on the monitor during preparation and cooking
• Adhere strictly to recipes when producing items
• Maintain a safe work environment by keeping floors clean, dry, and debris-free
• Use PPE properly and follow all safety guidelines
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment, including startup, shutdown, shift maintenance, and cleaning
• Keep a clean and organized workstation
• Be guest-focused and capable of multitasking
• Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
• Possess basic English/Spanish communication skills
• Be trusting, passionate, humble, and a team player
• Build lasting relationships based on trust and respect
• Create a fun and positive environment

Education

• High School diploma preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Join Lazy Dog and be part of a culture of caring, with great benefits and opportunities for growth.