Restaurant Cook

Mother's Market & Kitchen; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

In-store discounts

Job summary

Mother’s Market & Kitchen in Huntington Beach is seeking a Restaurant Cook to join our busy kitchen. You’ll prepare daily meals, mentor the kitchen team, and help maintain an efficient, clean, and collaborative cooking environment.

This role emphasizes quality and guest satisfaction, with responsibility for following recipes, ensuring correct portions, and upholding food safety standards. Join a mission-driven team focused on wellness, sustainability, and outstanding service, where your

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen or food service environment.
• Knowledge of food safety codes, equipment use, and food handling best practices.
• Ability to read and follow recipes in English and perform basic math for measurements and inventory.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to train, support, and lead team members.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, accuracy-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen prep & service: Prepare daily meals and specials; manage hot/cold food lines with speed and consistency
• Mentor the team: Support training and supervision of prep cooks and dishwashers
• Maintain food quality: Follow recipes, ensure correct portion sizes, and meet food presentation standards
• Support safety & compliance: Follow all food safety regulations; inspect kitchen for cleanliness and organization
• Oversee kitchen coordination: Communicate with shifts regarding orders, inventory, and special requests
• Control inventory: Track and restock prep ingredients, rotate food, and minimize waste
• Take initiative: Jump in where needed whether covering the line, managing closing checklists, or resolving service issues

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

English recipe reading

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

At Mother’s Market, we’re passionate about providing nourishing food and exceptional service. As a Restaurant Cook, you’ll play a key role in preparing high-quality meals, mentoring the kitchen team, and ensuring an efficient, clean, and collaborative cooking environment. This is more than cooking, it’s about setting the tone for a positive kitchen culture and guest satisfaction.

Hourly Pay: $17.00 – $25.00

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & in-store discounts

What You’ll Do

• Lead kitchen prep & service: Prepare daily meals and specials; manage hot/cold food lines with speed and consistency
• Mentor the team: Support training and supervision of prep cooks and dishwashers
• Maintain food quality: Follow recipes, ensure correct portion sizes, and meet food presentation standards
• Support safety & compliance: Follow all food safety regulations; inspect kitchen for cleanliness and organization
• Oversee kitchen coordination: Communicate with shifts regarding orders, inventory, and special requests
• Control inventory: Track and restock prep ingredients, rotate food, and minimize waste
• Take initiative: Jump in where needed whether covering the line, managing closing checklists, or resolving service issues

What You Bring

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or food service environment
• Knowledge of food safety codes, equipment use, and food handling best practices
• Ability to read and follow recipes in English and perform basic math for measurements and inventory

Leadership & Abilities

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to train, support, and lead team members
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, accuracy-driven environment
• Positive attitude and problem-solving mindset

Physical Requirements

• Stand up to 8 hours per shift
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach overhead
• Work in hot, cold, wet, or dry conditions indoors and outdoors

Schedule Requirements

Flexible availability across various shifts, including evenings and weekends

Why Join Mother’s Market?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven company that values wellness, sustainability, and outstanding customer service. We foster an inclusive workplace where team members are respected and encouraged to grow.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mother’s Market is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Ready to Cook with Purpose? Apply Today!

If you're passionate about food, leadership, and creating memorable meals, we’d love to meet you.