Asst. Cook (Asistente Cocinero)

Assistant Cook

San Pedro, California Full-time $18 - $21 hourly

Note: This position is intended for local candidates within 10 miles of San Pedro, CA. Please apply only if you are within this distance.

About The Job:

The Original Las Brisas Restaurant is a long-standing, family-owned restaurant known for authentic Mexican food, consistency, and warm service. We are looking for a dependable Assistant Cook to support our kitchen team and work alongside our Chef/Founder. This is a great opportunity for someone with commercial kitchen experience who takes pride in their work and wants to grow with a well-established local restaurant.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients and food items according to recipes and chef instructions.
• Assist with daily food preparation and customer orders.
• Keep workstations, refrigerators, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain a clean and efficient kitchen throughout the shift.
• Work closely with the Chef and other kitchen team members.
• Assist with other kitchen duties as needed.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of commercial kitchen experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Mexican cuisine is a plus.
• Able to follow recipes, instructions, and established procedures.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Spanish-speaking ability preferred to communicate with the Chef/Founder.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift kitchen supplies as needed.
• Food Handler Card required as applicable; candidates without one may obtain it after hire.

Schedule & Pay:

• Tuesday through Sunday.
• Shifts begin at approximately 3 PM or 5 PM and continue until closing.
• $18-$21 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
• Opportunity for a pay increase following a 90-day performance evaluation.

Why Join Las Brisas?

• Stable employment with a long-standing family-owned restaurant.
• Learn directly from our Chef/Founder, who brings more than 50 years of experience.
• Opportunities to grow with the team.
• Supportive, family-oriented work environment.
• Be part of a respected San Pedro restaurant.