WESTERLY PART-TIME AM PREP COOK – SUNDAY AVAILABILITY REQUIRED

Custom-House-Restaurant-Group-; Shell Beach (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Custom House Restaurant Group is seeking a reliable part-time AM Prep Cook for Westerly in Shell Beach, CA. The role requires Sunday availability and responsibilities include preparing ingredients, following recipes, and supporting kitchen operations.

We cover required Food Handler certification; training and costs are provided per California requirements. Join a family-owned style team focused on respect, professionalism, and guest care.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knife skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes, prep lists, and instructions accurately.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and menu components according to recipes and company standards.
• Complete assigned prep lists accurately and within required timeframes.
• Wash, cut, portion, measure, and store ingredients correctly.
• Label, date, rotate, and organize food products following food-storage procedures.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and temperatures; maintain a clean, stocked work area.
• Communicate with kitchen leadership regarding prep levels, shortages, and product needs.
• Assist with receiving, storage, and inventory organization as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Support line cooks and other kitchen team members as needed.

Skills

Knife skills

Food prep

Recipe following

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

California Food Handler Certification

Job description

PART-TIME AM PREP COOK – WESTERLY

Location: Shell Beach, CA
Status: Part-Time
Schedule: Sunday availability is required

Custom House Restaurant Group is a family of restaurants on the Central Coast, including Custom House, Mr. Rick’s, Mission Pizza, Ventana Grill, Wooly’s, and Oyster Loft. While we are an established company, we operate with the teamwork, accountability, and care of a family-owned business.

We believe life is about learning, and we invest in the growth of our team members. Pride of ownership at every level helps shape a workplace culture built on respect, professionalism, and genuine care for our guests.

Please visit this website to view our privacy practices - CA Consumer Protection Act Notice to Employees and Applicants – Custom House.

Westerly in Shell Beach is a full-service coastal restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We are looking for a reliable and motivated part-time AM Prep Cook who takes pride in their work and can consistently prepare ingredients and menu components according to company standards. Sunday availability is required.

The AM Prep Cook is responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations by completing assigned prep accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. This role requires strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and the ability to work independently while supporting the needs of the kitchen team.

We provide full coverage for required Food Handler certification. Training time and certification costs are covered in accordance with company policy and California requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and menu components according to recipes and company standards
• Complete assigned prep lists accurately and within required timeframes
• Wash, cut, portion, measure, and properly store ingredients
• Label, date, rotate, and organize food products using proper food-storage procedures
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and temperatures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked work area
• Communicate with kitchen leadership regarding prep levels, shortages, and product needs
• Assist with receiving, storage, and inventory organization as needed
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards
• Support line cooks and other kitchen team members as operational needs require

Employment is at-will in accordance with California law. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under California or federal law.

Requirements

• Must be available on Sundays for morning shifts
• Previous prep cook or commercial kitchen experience preferred
• Experience working in a fast-paced or high-volume kitchen preferred
• Knowledge of basic food preparation, knife skills, portioning, and food-storage practices
• Ability to follow recipes, prep lists, and instructions accurately and consistently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and work efficiently
• Availability for morning, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must obtain and maintain a valid California Food Handler Certification