Line Cook

AM LINE COOK – HIGH-VOLUME CAFÉ

Dialog Clubhouse | West Los Angeles
1835 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
$20.50–$21.00/hour + Tips
Morning Shifts | Weekends Required

About the Position

Dialog Clubhouse West LA is looking for an experienced and dependable AM Line Cook to join our fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.

We’re looking for someone who thrives under pressure, works efficiently without sacrificing quality, and understands the importance of teamwork and communication during busy breakfast and lunch service.

Our kitchen moves quickly, and every station plays an important role in delivering a consistent guest experience.

This position is ideal for a cook who takes pride in their craft, stays organized during high-volume rushes, and wants to continue developing their culinary skills.

What You’ll Do

• Execute breakfast and lunch menu items with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
• Maintain efficient ticket times while meeting Dialog’s quality and presentation standards.
• Work confidently across multiple stations, including hot and cold line.
• Set up and fully stock your station before service.
• Follow recipes, portioning standards, and plating specifications.
• Communicate effectively with fellow cooks, expo, and kitchen leadership during busy service.
• Anticipate station needs, restock proactively, and help teammates when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout your shift.
• Follow proper FIFO rotation, food labeling, storage, and food safety procedures.
• Complete daily opening responsibilities, including equipment startup, temperature checks, sanitizer setup, and station readiness.
• Assist with cleaning, restocking, and preparing the kitchen for the next shift.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant, café, or professional kitchen.
• Strong cooking fundamentals and experience working both hot and cold stations.
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and efficient during high-volume breakfast and lunch rushes.
• Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow recipes and execute dishes consistently.
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mentality.
• Dependable, punctual, and ready to work.
• Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and improve.
• Availability to work mornings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical responsibilities of a busy kitchen.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: $20.50–$21.00/hour + Tips
• Consistent Morning Schedule
• Discounted food and beverages
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement into Lead Cook and Chef positions
• Supportive, team-oriented kitchen environment
• Opportunity to work with quality ingredients and develop new culinary skills

About Dialog

Dialog is a chef-driven, high-volume café focused on quality ingredients, thoughtful cooking, and genuine hospitality.

Our kitchen combines classic cooking techniques with modern approaches, including fermentation, sustainability, and minimizing food waste .

We believe a successful kitchen is built on respect, communication, and teamwork . We value cooks who take ownership of their work, support their teammates, and consistently strive to improve.

We’re looking for motivated individuals who want more than just a job—cooks who want to develop their skills, contribute to a growing team, and take pride in the food they serve.

If you’re a hardworking, dependable cook who thrives in a busy kitchen, we’d love to meet you.

Learn more about us at dialogcafe.la .

Schedule Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Shifts: Early AM Weekends required, weekdays flexible