Orange County - Line Cook

Orange County - Line CookThe Party StaffORANGE COUNTY, California, USPart Time$21 - $23 Per HourLine Cook (Corporate Dining & Catering Events) – Orange CountyThe Party Staff, Inc.Assignments take place within a 25-mile radius of our Costa Mesa office, covering the following areas:North Orange County: Anaheim, Fullerton, Brea, Placentia, Buena ParkCentral Orange County: Irvine, Tustin, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Fountain Valley, Santa AnaSouth Orange County: Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Mission Viejo, San ClementeAssignments include corporate kitchens, universities, catering partners, private clubs, and event venues throughout the region.The Party Staff, Inc. is the West Coast's leading hospitality staffing company with more than 36 years of experience. We partner with corporate dining programs, universities, caterers, private clubs, and event venues to provide reliable, professional culinary staff. Due to continued growth in the Orange County market, we are expanding our back-of-house team and seeking dependable, experienced line cooks interested in consistent weekday morning work.The Line Cook supports daily food production and service in professional kitchen environments, including corporate cafeterias, university dining facilities, and catered events. This is a flexible, on-call position ideal for culinary professionals who are comfortable working morning shifts, can step into a line or prep role quickly, and thrive in fast-paced kitchens.Morning shifts, generally Monday through Friday, with start times as early as 6:00am. Shift length and schedule vary based on client needs.Execute food preparation and line cooking duties according to kitchen standards and recipesAssist with prep, cooking, plating, and service during breakfast and lunch periodsSupport multiple stations as needed, including grill, sauté, cold prep, or pantryMaintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations throughout the shiftFollow food safety, sanitation, and temperature control guidelines at all timesWork efficiently within established timelines and production schedulesCollaborate with kitchen teams, chefs, and supervisors to support service flowAssist with opening and closing duties, including stocking and light cleaningFollow company policies, uniform standards, and safety proceduresMinimum 6 months of professional kitchen experience in a restaurant, catering, corporate dining, or institutional settingAbility to step onto a line or assist with prep with minimal supervisionWeekday morning availability requiredFamiliarity with standard kitchen equipment and food preparation techniquesFood Handler Card required or must be obtained within 30 days of hireReliable transportation to travel to assignments within a 25-mile radius of Costa MesaStrong work ethic, punctuality, and teamwork skillsAbility to stand and walk for 6 to 10 hours per shiftAbility to lift and carry up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodationAbility to bend, reach, and perform repetitive motionsAbility to work in hot kitchen environments and occasionally outdoorsProfessional kitchen and culinary team environmentsFast-paced service periods with structured production flowAssignments issued through mobile scheduling; flexibility is essentialHourly pay rate: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on experienceWeekly payThe Party Staff will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable state and federal laws. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment.The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is prohibited without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment.The Company provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources or Management.