Line Cook - L.A. Grocery & Cafe

ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role is instrumental to the success of the fast-paced Café environment.  Highly skilled in all cooking preparations, the line cooks are responsible for preparing seasonal menu ingredients, cooking and plating dishes for our breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. They also possess the ability to learn and prepare new dishes or seasonal variations of menu items with ease.  

ABOUT THE TEAM:
The Kitchen Team at LAG&C is responsible for the creation of our hyper-seasonal menu items that not only inspire, but also offer convenience, as they can be easily taken home or enjoyed in our café. Our team’s goal is to run our kitchen and store with as little waste as possible and each team member is an active participant working toward the mission of exploring food systems in Los Angeles and beyond

ABOUT YOU:
You possess the ability to support our chefs in a fast-paced environment that serves 3 meals a day. A willingness to learn and teach others around you. Timely and professional at all times. An efficiency expert, you thrive in a team environment, take your responsibilities seriously, have the ability to multitask, and think quickly on your feet. Passionate about seasonal produce, you love food and you’re eager to learn more about our mission.

WHAT YOUR TYPICAL DAY WILL INCLUDE:
**This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function within our company. LAG&C reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet changing industry or business needs as necessary.

• Complete opening/closing procedures.
• Follow team daily prep lists created by kitchen managers.
• Ensure an organized workstation by stocking and maintaining sufficient levels of prep at station for a smooth service.
• Ensure all tools are in working order and stored properly after use.
• Portion food products according to standard portion sizes and recipes.
• Prepare and plate menu items according to recipes and in cooperation with the entire kitchen team.
• Restock menu items as directed by expeditor.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and timeliness.
• Ensure all “use first” food items are stored and organized so that they are easily identified.
• Anticipate team needs by constantly evaluating the environment.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Comply with health and sanitation guidelines. 
• Ensure daily production plan is complete.
• Label and store all usable ingredients necessary for the next day.
• Complete end of shift inventory, as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• 1 years of professional cooking/kitchen experience.
• Working in a high volume establishment is a plus.
• Proficient to expert level knife skills.
• Understanding of all cooking methods.
• Ability to produce foods consistently (i.e. taste, appearance, etc.)
• Ability to multi-task and are able to maintain a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure. 
• Possess good time management skills.
• Acute attention to detail when it comes to product quality, presentation and food safety.
• Exemplifies workplace safety and health department standards.
• Positive attitude that adjusts to improvement protocols easily.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Possess full body mobility (bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching).
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, as needed.

JOB TYPE COMPENSATION RANGE

• Full-Time: 5 days a week / 8 hours a day
• Part Time: 4 days a week / 8 hours a day
• Part Time: 4-5 days a week / 6 hours a day
• $19 - $22/hr w/ tips

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive pay rates, a generous store discount, healthcare options, accrued paid sick time, professional development and growth opportunities.

ABOUT OUR PROCESS:

• Apply: After receiving your application, we’ll take a short time to review our compatibility.  We will let you know either way what the outcome will be as soon as possible.
• Interview: This is your chance to get to know us and our chance to get to know you. We’ll have an introductory conversation to discuss the role and your background. Next, we’ll explore the role more specifically, likely with a few key team members. We encourage any questions you have about the job, the team, our values, or related topics at any point in the application process. We’d love to hear about the grocery store of your childhood or hometown!
• Decision: You will be contacted as soon as possible with the outcome. 
• We’re committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.  If additional accommodations are required, please let us know.

STUFF TO BE AWARE OF:

LAG&C is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workplace and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other applicable characteristic protected by law. We invite everyone who meets the criteria for the job to apply. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can thrive in this role, we’d love to learn more about you.

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