Torrance Line Cook- Eng

Baekjeong Korean BBQ; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k after 90 days

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Baekjeong Korean BBQ in Torrance, CA is seeking a line cook to set up stations, prep meats and vegetables, and assist in producing high-quality Korean dishes for service. You will prepare sauces, manage station cleanliness, and help ensure safety and efficiency during busy periods.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a fast-paced kitchen, familiarity with Korean ingredients, and a willingness to learn. This on-site role includes benefits and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or higher education preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in a high-paced kitchen environment preferred.
• Knowledge of various cooking ingredients preferred.
• Familiarity with authentic Korean food preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up stations and gather supplies for service.
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, vegetables, and cold items.
• Prepare sauces and garnishes for allocated station.
• Store all food items per safe handling procedures.
• Inform chef in advance of shortages and prep lunch boxes for rushes.
• Prepare dishes to order and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Kitchen experience

High-paced environment

Korean food knowledge

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Torrance Baekjeong - Torrance, CA 90501Salary Range: $16.90 - $16.90 HourlyJob Category: Restaurant - Food Service

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare for service
• Prepare a variety of foods including meat, seafood, vegetables, and cold food items
• Prepare sauces and garnishes for allocated station
• Cover, label, date, and correctly store all food items as per safe food-handling procedures
• Inform chef in advance of likely shortages
• Prepare dishes to order
• Set up sanitizer buckets and towels
• Constantly check the equipment on the line to ensure there are no gas leaks
• Temperature checks of all reach-in and walk-in coolers
• Set up rubber floor mats at station
• Tastings with team members
• Restock reach-in coolers
• Prep lunch boxes for oncoming rushes
• Clean line equipment
• Clean the grill
• Clean the range
• Clean the flat top
• Wipe down rice warmers
• Clean underneath equipment
• Change foiling lining on top of ranges
• Clean sinks of food debris and sanitize
• Disinfect prep area surfaces
• Sweep and mop floors
• Empty and wash sanitizer buckets
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School/GED or higher education preferred
• 1+ year(s) of experience in high-paced kitchen environment preferred
• Knowledge in various cooking ingredients preferred
• Familiar with the taste of authentic Korean food preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; and stoop or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Proper lifting, pushing and pulling techniques are required.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• All employees are offered medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, disability, hospital, and accident insurance.
• Employees are able to enroll in the company 401k plan after 90 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked with a carryover cap of 48 hours.

WAGE OVERVIEW

• $16.90 +Tips