Line Cook

Casa Gabriela is a full service restaurant serving dinner nightly and weekend brunch. Located in the Village of La Mesa, Casa Gabriela offers elevated Mexican Cuisine and an extensive tequila and mezcal assortment on their intimate outdoor garden patio.

Line Cook

Responsibilities

• Clean and stock line to ensure an efficient service
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follow recipes, controls, portion and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Maintain high standard and consistency of food quality and presentation
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of nutrition, common allergies, dietary restrictions and food terminology
• Handle, store and rotate all food products to maintain freshness
• Prepare prep lists
• Track and report food waste
• Stock inventory
• Knife skills and ability to operate kitchen equipment required
• Maintain clean and orderly service areas and complete side work duties
• Comply with established safety and sanitation standards
• Adhere to company policies and standard procedures

Qualifications:

• Able to work in a high energy and fast paced work environment
• Able to perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Requires a good sense of prioritization and organizational skills
• Able to multi-task while maintaining a sense of urgency
• Accuracy and high attention to detail
• Able to work as part of a Team
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity
• Must be dependable and timely
• Able to work a flexible schedule
• Weekends, holidays and evenings required
• Possess a clear understanding of weights and measures
• Possess knowledge of safe food-handling, sanitary kitchen conditions and proper hand washing techniques

Skills:

• Able to lift 30-50 lbs.
• Able to stand, walk, lift, twist and bend for up to 8 hours a day

Shift(s):

• PM Shift
• AM/PM Shift
• Full-Time

Experience Level: 6 months – 1 year

Pay Type:

Hourly

Pay: $19.00 – $21.00

The job description doesn’t imply an employment contract, nor is it intended to include a comprehensive listing of daily activities, duties or responsibilities required of the Employee for this job. Other tasks may be assigned based on business needs and the department supervisor’s request.