Kitchen Prep & Line Cook
About The Position
We are seeking a Kitchen Prep & Line Cook to join the culinary team at our hotel cafe, supporting breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Reporting to the Kitchen Supervisor, this hands-on role is responsible for preparing high-quality dishes to recipe and plating standards, working efficiently on an assigned station, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen. The ideal Kitchen Prep & Line Cook is reliable, quick on their feet, and takes pride in consistent, high-quality execution. They come to work ready to prep, cook, and plate with speed and precision during service, and they take direction well from the Kitchen Supervisor and broader culinary team. This person thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly with the team during a rush, and holds themselves accountable to the kitchen's standards of cleanliness and craftsmanship.
Requirements
- 1+ years of back of house / culinary experience, preferably in a full-service restaurant or hotel F&B setting
- Experience working on a station during active service; comfortable working multiple dayparts (breakfast through dinner)
- Solid knife skills and working knowledge of basic culinary techniques
- Ability to follow recipes and plating standards consistently
- Food Handler certification required, or ability to obtain upon hire
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure as part of a small, close-knit kitchen team
- Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Passion for food, hospitality, and consistent culinary execution
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items to recipe, portion, and plating specifications across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
- Set up, stock, and maintain an assigned station, ensuring mise en place is ready before each service
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures, including proper food handling, storage, and temperature control
- Maintain required Food Handler certification and comply with all food safety protocols
- Communicate clearly with the Kitchen Supervisor and fellow cooks to ensure smooth ticket times and accurate orders
- Monitor portioning and minimize waste during prep and service
- Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food product as directed
- Keep kitchen and storage areas clean, organized, and compliant with health department standards
- Properly use, clean, and maintain kitchen equipment; report maintenance needs to the Kitchen Supervisor promptly
- Support other stations as needed during peak periods or staff shortages
- Follow kitchen conduct expectations, uniform standards, and contribute to a culture of respect and accountability
- Take direction and feedback from the Kitchen Supervisor and apply it consistently
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous company contribution to monthly premium after 60 days of employment
- Voluntary Long-Term, Short-Term Disability Plans, Life Insurance, Accident and Critical Illness Plans, Pet Insurance after 60 days of employment
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 90 days of employment
- 10 vacation days
- 4 Personal Days
- California-mandated paid sick leave
- Ash Hotel & F&B discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
