Prep Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Fresh Prep, Teamwork

Be Neighborly; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Be Neighborly is hiring a line cook to join a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen in Los Angeles. Prepare and portion ingredients, follow recipes, and maintain top food safety standards. You will support smooth service by stocking line stations and keeping prep areas clean and organized.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and attention to detail. Minimum 1 year of kitchen experience is expected, with opportunities to grow within a brand-new restaurant concept.

Qualifications

• Solid foundational culinary skills with attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset with clear communication.
• Strong organization and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of ingredients and components using Neighborly’s recipes and prep standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, shred, slice, dice, blend, bread, and portion ingredients.
• Ensure all food is prepared using proper food handling techniques, maintaining safety and sanitation standards.
• Take ownership of product quality, ensuring prep items meet freshness, consistency, and presentation.
• Follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, and prep procedures to maintain consistency across dishes and locations.
• Stock and maintain adequate levels of prepared ingredients at line stations to support smooth service.
• Portion food products accurately prior to cooking according to recipe specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, food-safe prep environment and participate in opening/closing duties.
• Uphold all company safety standards to protect guests and team members.
• Frequently slice, dice, mix, blend, bread, and portion a variety of ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation at all times; participate in opening/closing procedures.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Be Neighborly is hiring a line cook to join a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen in Los Angeles. Prepare and portion ingredients, follow recipes, and maintain top food safety standards. You will support smooth service by stocking line stations and keeping prep areas clean and organized.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and attention to detail. Minimum 1 year of kitchen experience is expected, with opportunities to grow within a brand-new restaurant concept.