Prep Cook

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,485 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted supplemental benefits

Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan

Discounts to theme parks

Pet insurance

Legal and Identity Theft Insurance

Job summary

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC in San Diego is seeking a Full-Service Prep Cook to prepare food from scratch, following recipes precisely. The ideal candidate should have 2 to 5 years of experience on a fast-paced line, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to work in a high-energy environment.

Pay for this role ranges from $18.50 to $20 per hour, plus an average of $2 per hour in tips. Join a team that values personal and professional growth, and offers various benefits including discounts for theme parks and pet insurance.

Potential candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Great communication skills, and a passion for teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line.
• Ensure high quality and fresh ingredients for all recipes.
• Demonstrate basic English/Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food per exact recipe specifications.
• Follow food safety procedures and maintain a clean kitchen.
• Demonstrate proper use of PPE and safety guidelines.

Skills

Flawless food handling

Basic knowledge of cooking equipment

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School (preferred)

Job description

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Mission Valley, 1202 Camino del Rio N, San Diego, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Certified Great Place to Work 7 Years in a row!

Prep Cook: At this location prep cooks earn $18.50 - $20 / hour and an additional $2 on average per hour in tips.

If you thrive on flawless food handling, prepare from scratch at the highest level, and prepare food per the 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 family that supports 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, daily prep list, prepare specific recipes for service; clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout kitchen.
• Ensure only “fresh” high quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.
• Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during the preparation and cooking process.
• Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed whenever producing items.
• You are safe and maintain a safe work environment by ensuring floor surfaces are clean, dry and free from debris.
• Ensure proper use of PPE when applicable and ensuring a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment in assigned cooking station to include startup, shut down, shift maintenance and cleaning as needed
• Keep a clean and organized workstation.
• Guest focused and like to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates basic English/Spanish communication skills.
• Trusting, passionate, humble and gracious team player.
• Build lasting relationships with trust and respect.
• Create fun.

Education

• High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Join Lazy Dog and be part of a culture of caring, great benefits, and continuous growth.