Breakfast Prep Assistant

Job Summary

Bottega Louie is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Breakfast Prep Assistant to support its morning kitchen operations. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys food preparation, works well with a team, and takes pride in maintaining high standards of freshness, cleanliness, and consistency. The successful candidate will help prepare ingredients, organize kitchen stations, and ensure the culinary team is ready for busy breakfast and brunch service.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, cut, and portion fruits, vegetables, and other breakfast ingredients.
• Assist cooks with preparing ingredients for eggs, breakfast sides, salads, and other menu items.
• Measure and organize ingredients according to recipes and kitchen instructions.
• Label, date, and store prepared food using proper food-safety procedures.
• Keep refrigerators, storage areas, countertops, and prep stations clean and organized.
• Replenish ingredients and communicate low-stock items to the kitchen supervisor.
• Follow instructions from chefs and kitchen leads during breakfast preparation.
• Maintain proper sanitation and prevent cross-contamination when handling food.
• Assist with kitchen opening, restocking, and closing duties as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with cooks and other kitchen team members to keep service running efficiently.

Qualifications

• Interest in food preparation and professional kitchen work.
• Ability to follow instructions and basic recipes accurately.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food quality.
• Reliable attendance and a cooperative attitude.
• Ability to work efficiently during busy breakfast and brunch shifts.
• Willingness to learn kitchen equipment, preparation methods, and safety procedures.
• Previous kitchen prep, restaurant, or food-service experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift and carry routine kitchen supplies.

Benefits

• Opportunity to develop professional kitchen and food-preparation skills.
• Team-oriented restaurant environment.
• On-the-job training and opportunities for advancement.
• Potential eligibility for employee benefits, paid sick time, and other benefits according to company policy and position eligibility.

About The Company

Bottega Louie is a Los Angeles restaurant, gourmet market, café, and patisserie known for its European-inspired dining experience, baked goods, and desserts. Its Downtown Los Angeles location serves breakfast and brunch alongside a broader restaurant and café menu. The company emphasizes food quality, teamwork, and attentive guest service.

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 33.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person