Lead Line Cook

Shawarma Guys Line Cook / Prep Cook Job Description

Location: La Mesa

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Job Description: Line Cook / Prep Cook

If you are ready to build a long-term career in a fast-growing restaurant group that values quality, consistency, and teamwork, we encourage you to apply.

Shawarma Guys has been nationally recognized as the #1 Shawarma in the Country and featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. We are currently hiring Line Cooks and Prep Cooks and are looking for dependable, motivated individuals who want to grow with us.

What We Offer

Compensation
• Pay Range: $20.00–$24.00 per hour based on experience, skills, and overall qualifications.
• Shared tips averaging $3.00–$6.00 per hour (varies by location).

Benefits & Perks
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (no company match)
• Paid training
• Flexible scheduling with consistent hours
• 50% off one employee meal per shift
• 50% off employee beverages per shift
• 20% dining discount for your entire party when visiting as a guest
• Paid sick time in accordance with California law
• Clear career advancement based on performance and skill development

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and execute all menu items according to company recipes and standards

Perform daily prep of proteins, marinades, sides, and ingredients

Ensure proper food weights, measurements, and portion control

Maintain ingredient levels and communicate restocking needs

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation

Work collaboratively with the kitchen team

Follow food safety and sanitation protocols

Assist with inventory control and organization

Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations

Qualifications - Required

Minimum 2 years of experience in a fast-casual or high-volume kitchen

Minimum 2 years of knife skills and prep experience

Experience with grilling, slicing beef and poultry, meat grinding, and frying

Comfortable using digital tools and checklists

Ability to work independently and lift 50+ lbs

Strong urgency, teamwork, and professionalism

Preferred

Middle Eastern cuisine experience

More than 2 years of professional kitchen experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Who We Are

At Shawarma Guys, we are driven by flavor, consistency, and pride in our craft. We were recognized by Yelp as the #1 Restaurant in the Nation and featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Learn more at

Equal Opportunity Employer

Shawarma Guys is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.

Versión en Español

Descripción del Puesto: Cocinero de Línea / Cocinero de Preparación

Si estás listo para construir una carrera a largo plazo en una empresa en crecimiento que valora la calidad, la consistencia y el trabajo en equipo, te invitamos a aplicar.

Shawarma Guys ha sido reconocido a nivel nacional y actualmente está contratando Cocineros de Línea y Cocineros de Preparación.

Lo Que Ofrecemos

Compensación
• Rango de pago: $20.00–$24.00 por hora, según la experiencia, habilidades y calificaciones.
• Propinas compartidas de $3.00 a $6.00 por hora (varía según la ubicación).

Beneficios
• Plan 401(k) (sin aportación de la empresa)
• Entrenamiento pagado
• Horarios flexibles
• 50% de descuento en una comida y bebidas por turno
• 20% de descuento para todo tu grupo
• Tiempo por enfermedad pagado conforme a la ley de California
• Oportunidades de crecimiento profesional

Responsabilidades Principales

Preparar alimentos conforme a las recetas y estándares

Preparación diaria de proteínas e ingredientes

Control de porciones y calidad

Mantener limpieza y organización

Cumplir con normas de inocuidad alimentaria

Apoyar en inventarios

Requisitos

Mínimo 2 años de experiencia en cocina de alto volumen

Experiencia con cuchillos, parrilla y freidora

Capacidad para levantar más de 50 libras

Actitud profesional y trabajo en equipo

Deseable

Experiencia en cocina del Medio Oriente

Bilingüe español/inglés

Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades

Shawarma Guys promueve un ambiente inclusivo y ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.