Line Cook
About The Position
Birdseye Rooftop is a coastal dining restaurant in La Jolla, California, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The kitchen is small, fast-paced, and collaborative, and produces high food volumes from a compact space during peak season. The Line Cook is expected to execute food with speed, precision, and consistency while maintaining a calm, professional presence and contributing to a seamless guest experience. The restaurant operates fully outdoors, and business levels fluctuate with seasonality and weather. Spring and summer bring the highest volume and expanded hours, while winter may require leaner scheduling. Part-time and full-time opportunities are available. The hourly wage is competitive and based on experience, and growth opportunities are available as the restaurant develops.
Requirements
- Previous line cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Ability to work efficiently in a small kitchen with high production volume.
- Strong sense of urgency without sacrificing quality.
- Calm, focused demeanor during busy service periods.
- Reliability, punctuality, and accountability.
- Ability to take direction and work collaboratively with the team.
- Pride in cleanliness, organization, and food safety.
Responsibilities
- Execute menu items consistently, with quality and attention to detail.
- Maintain speed and efficiency during high-volume service periods.
- Prepare and organize mise en place for service and daily prep lists.
- Communicate clearly with the kitchen team during service.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards.
- Assist with preparation, station setup, and breakdown.
- Support teammates and contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth as the restaurant continues to develop.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
