Line Cook/Prep

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Cook / Prep — Breakfast & Oaxacan Fusion
Location: Newport Beach, CA
Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Compensation: Based on experience
About the Role
We’re hiring an experienced Cook/Prep team member who can execute a high-quality breakfast menu
with Oaxacan influence. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, works
clean, and can confidently handle brunch-style egg dishes and traditional Oaxacan preparations.
Responsibilities
• Prepare and cook brunch-style egg dishes: omelets, scrambles, benedicts, chilaquiles, huevos
rancheros, breakfast tacos, etc.
• Execute Oaxacan-inspired dishes such as enchiladas, chilaquiles, salsas, braises, and
traditional components
• Complete daily prep: chopping, portioning, marinating, sauces
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation
• Follow recipes and plating standards consistently
• Assist with opening/closing duties, restocking, and inventory rotation
• Uphold all food safety and sanitation procedures
• Communicate clearly with the team to keep service smooth during peak hours
Required Qualifications
• Proven experience as a line cook or prep cook in a breakfast or high-volume kitchen
• Strong skills with egg cookery (scrambles, omelettes, poached eggs, benedicts)
• Experience preparing Mexican or Oaxacan dishes
• Valid California Food Handler Card & Sexual Harassment Certificate
• Ability to work morning and/or mid-day shifts
• Strong knife skills and understanding of kitchen prep systems
• Ability to follow recipes, maintain consistency, and work clean
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods
Preferred (Not Required)
• Experience in a fusion or Latin-inspired kitchen
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Familiarity with Oaxacan ingredients (chiles, moles, quesillo, masa, etc.)