Prep Cook

Tower 23 Hotel and JRDN Restaurant; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay plus tips

Paid sick time after 90 days

Flexible scheduling

Discounts at Eat, Drink and Sleep venues

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tower 23 Hotel and JRDN Restaurant in San Diego is seeking a Kitchen Prep to assist in daily meal preparations. Your responsibilities will include preparing fresh ingredients, maintaining a clean kitchen, and supporting the line cooks to ensure smooth service.

Ideal candidates should have a passion for food, attention to detail, and a valid San Diego Food Handler's Card. The position offers competitive hourly pay of $22.00 plus tips and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Previous prep or kitchen experience preferred.
• A passion for food and high-quality ingredients.
• Valid San Diego Food Handler's Card required or ability to get one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily service.
• Follow recipes to support meal service.
• Maintain a clean and organized prep area.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Prepare fresh ingredients for daily service, including chopping, slicing, portioning, and assembling
• Follow recipes and prep lists to support lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food‑safe prep area
• Assist line cooks and chefs as needed to keep service running smoothly
• Help with inventory rotation and proper food storage
• Bring consistency, attention to detail, and positive energy to the kitchen every shift

What We’re Looking For

• Previous prep or kitchen experience preferred
• A passion for food and working with high‑quality, fresh ingredients
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Reliable, punctual, and ready to hustle
• Valid San Diego Food Handler's Card or the ability to get one right after hire with company support
• Flexible availability and the ability to work weekends and holidays

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive hourly pay plus tips
• Paid sick time after 90 days
• Flexible scheduling
• Discounts at all Eat, Drink and Sleep venues throughout California and Arizona
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A gorgeous oceanfront kitchen setting

Pay rate: $22.00 per hour plus tips.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, application, and availability in response to this ad. You may also apply in person.

Our company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.