CityWalk Line Cook

Universal Studios Hollywood • Los Angeles, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for preparing a variety of food items, ensuring quality and presentation standards are met, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The Line Cook will also contribute to providing excellent guest service and upholding company policies.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid California Food Handler required before first day.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Prep/Line Cook in a full-service, high-volume Food and Beverage environment.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares guests' food orders with a sense of urgency, including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items.
• Weighs and measures ingredients for cooking.
• Ensures all food items are served at the correct temperature, prepared to specification, and meet line build and plating presentation standards.
• Stocks and sets up the station by collecting necessary supplies and ingredients for daily business.
• Prepares and collects garnishes and/or other assigned menu items for the allocated station.
• Completes all opening, running, and closing duties as assigned.
• Cleans and sanitizes work stations and returns dirty food preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.
• Maintains and cleans the kitchen before, after, and during shifts.
• Covers, dates, and correctly stores all food items according to safe food-handling procedures.
• Adheres to standards of handling, preparing, serving, and holding food products, including FIFO, Temperature Danger Zone, and cross-contamination.
• Promotes and provides extraordinary guest service by answering questions, offering information, and providing assistance courteously.
• Understands and demonstrates proper safety practices and ensures department standards and safety policies are upheld.
• Monitors and maintains a safe and secure environment for team members and guests, following all company guidelines and protocols.
• Identifies, de-escalates, and resolves conflicts or disturbances professionally and effectively.
• Provides a positive and welcoming experience for guests while maintaining composure during difficult interactions.
• Maintains a high level of trust and integrity to promote a safe, secure, and welcoming environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Complimentary admission to Universal Studios Hollywood and all Universal Theme parks
• Earn complimentary tickets for your friends and family
• Discounts on food and merchandise
• Special events for employees (preview nights for new attractions/events)
• Building lifelong friendships
• Resume building workshops
• Growth opportunities
• Wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree