Restaurant Cook
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Job Location:
Laguna Woods, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 17 - 25
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
At Mothers Market were passionate about providing nourishing food and exceptional service. As a Restaurant Cook youll play a key role in preparing high-quality meals mentoring the kitchen team and ensuring an efficient clean and collaborative cooking environment. This is more than cooking its about setting the tone for a positive kitchen culture and guest satisfaction.
Hourly Pay: $17.00 $25.00
Benefits: Medical dental vision life insurance & in-store discounts
What Youll Do
Lead kitchen prep & service: Prepare daily meals and specials; manage hot/cold food lines with speed and consistency
Mentor the team: Support training and supervision of prep cooks and dishwashers
Maintain food quality: Follow recipes ensure correct portion sizes and meet food presentation standards
Support safety & compliance: Follow all food safety regulations; inspect kitchen for cleanliness and organization
Oversee kitchen coordination: Communicate with shifts regarding orders inventory and special requests
Control inventory: Track and restock prep ingredients rotate food and minimize waste
Take initiative: Jump in where needed whether covering the line managing closing checklists or resolving service issues
What You Bring
Experience & Skills:
Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or food service environment
Knowledge of food safety codes equipment use and food handling best practices
Ability to read and follow recipes in English and perform basic math for measurements and inventory
Leadership & Abilities:
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Willingness to train support and lead team members
Comfortable working in a fast-paced accuracy-driven environment
Positive attitude and problem-solving mindset
Physical Requirements
Stand up to 8 hours per shift
Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
Bend stoop kneel and reach overhead
Work in hot cold wet or dry conditions indoors and outdoors
Schedule Requirements
Flexible availability across various shifts including evenings and weekends
Why Join Mothers Market
Youll be part of a mission-driven company that values wellness sustainability and outstanding customer service. We foster an inclusive workplace where team members are respected and encouraged to grow.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Mothers Market is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion gender sexual orientation age disability or any other protected status.
Ready to Cook with Purpose Apply Today!
If youre passionate about food leadership and creating memorable meals wed love to meet you.
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Cake Decorating
- Cooking
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
About Company
Mother’s Market and Kitchen is an all natural and organic health food store, offering a selection of high quality natural foods, health products, and information.
