Are you seeking a steady 40-hour weekly schedule with daytime-only hours? Do you have a passion for learning about different international cuisines on a daily and weekly basis? Would you thrive in a structured, collaborative team environment? Join our team of culinary professionals at a world-renowned tech company in the heart of Playa Vista, and enjoy nights, weekends, and holidays off, as well as competitive wages and other great benefits!
We are currently seeking experienced line cooks to join our full-time kitchen team at our corporate dining location!
What we're looking for:
Excellent culinary and line cook skills
Knowledge of international cuisines
Strong familiarity of different sauces, ingredients, and world spices
Ability to keep up with daily-changing menus
Proficiency with different types of protein cuts
Utilization and knowledge of knife cuts performed in a fast, efficient, and safe manner
Familiarity of different and unique cooking techniques
Excellent multitasking skills, time management, sense of urgency, and teamwork
Ability to swiftly move throughout the café and kitchen
Knowledge of safety and sanitation in the workplace
High volume production and large batch cooking experience
Ability to handle kitchen equipment and tools safely
Responsibilities
Production according to recipes/directions
Cut and clean a variety of fruits, vegetables, and proteins using a knife and/or cutting machines
Follow production sheets, portioning, and merchandising details as instructed by Chefs
Follow all recipes and guidelines while meeting production deadlines
Taste all food prepared for station to ensure flavor, freshness, and quality
Maintain a clean and organized station and prep area
Maintain kitchen equipment
Follow proper rotation and storage of goods
Follow safety and sanitation procedures with all guidelines from OSHA, Department of Public Health and Risk Management
Produce consistent quality food products using recipes designed by world class chefs
Education and Work Experience
High school diploma or GED
Culinary Degree (preferred but not required)
Minimum 4+ years line cook experience
Work Environment
Fast paced kitchen
High sense of urgency
Moderate to high noise level
State of the art kitchen and equipment
Positive teamwork mentality
Requirements
Must have and maintain an active ServSafe/Food Handler's Card