Prep Cook

The MINA Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Commuter benefits

Family meal

Meal discounts

Flexible schedules

Career development

Job summary

The MINA Group's PABU Izakaya in San Francisco is seeking a Prep Cook to support a high-volume, fine dining kitchen. You will prep ingredients, maintain organization, and ensure dish quality and consistency under seasoned chefs.

Pay is 20-21/hr with benefits including medical, dental, vision; commuter benefits; family meals; meal discounts; flexible schedules; opportunities for career development in a dynamic Mina Group environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in fine dining or high-volume kitchen.
• Solid knife skills and mise en place.
• Knowledge of food safety protocols.
• Ability to stand and work for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and maintain mise en place for service.
• Support chefs and ensure quality and consistency of dishes.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Knifework

Portioning

Mise en place

Teamwork

Food safety

Time management

Communication

Positive attitude

Job description

PABU Izakaya is a culinary delight created by the late Chef Ken Tominaga, of the famed Hana Japanese restaurant, and Chef Michael Mina. This unique take on the classic Japanese izakaya brings forth a modern take on traditional izakaya-style dining and continues to be a destination for world-class sashimi, sushi, and grilled meats from the robata with an expansive sake list and seasonal cocktail menu. PABU Izakaya features the finest locally and globally sourced jet-fresh seafood flown in daily from Japan’s famed Toyosu Market accented by its signature selection of A5 Japanese Wagyu. PABU Izakaya's allure derives from its old-world Japanese charm infused with urban sophistication.

About the Role:

As a Prep Cook with PABU Izakaya, you will be an essential part of the kitchen team, supporting chefs by preparing ingredients, maintaining organization, and ensuring quality and consistency in every dish. This role is perfect for a motivated culinary professional eager to grow in a high-volume, fine dining environment.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and great benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Delicious daily family meal
• Up to 50% meal discount at Mina Group restaurants
• Flexible schedules
• Fun, dynamic, and innovative atmosphere
• Career advancement opportunities and progressive development plans
  
  

Our Ideal candidate is:

A motivated culinary professional who is organized, detail oriented and punctual. You will be an integral part of our kitchen team with a passion for food and a positive attitude. You have excellent attention to detail, work well as part of a team, and work well under pressure. You are able to work quickly, precisely, and manage time effectively. You have a strong desire to learn and build your culinary skillset.

What you bring to the table:

• 1-3 years’ experience in a fine dining or casual fine dining high volume kitchen
• Ability to communicate effectively with management and your peers
• Strong knowledge of food and cooking techniques including knifework, portioning, and preparing all mis-en-place
• A positive, “can do” attitude
• Knowledge of kitchen safety protocols
• Ability to learn and retain information quickly
• Intellectual curiosity
• Ability to work clean, organized, and as part of a team
• Ability to move and lift 40 pounds at a time
• At least 16 years of age
• Must be able to stand and walk for an extended period of time
  
  

Pay rate - @20-21/hr

PABU Izakaya and Mina group are equal opportunity employers committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and will consider candidates with criminal histories in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws. Mina Group offers reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.