Full Time Line Cook (1-4) - $500 Sign-On Bonus

Join the dynamic and diverse team at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, Inc., where tradition meets opportunity. Our family of properties includes the iconic La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, a private oceanfront club with world-class tennis courts and direct beach access; the inviting La Jolla Shores Hotel, a beachfront getaway beloved for its relaxed coastal charm; and the internationally acclaimed Marine Room, celebrated for its fine dining and dramatic surfside views. These landmark destinations are cherished La Jolla institutions, built on a legacy of family values, exceptional service, and a deep commitment to our community. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to grow your career in a setting as inspiring as the coastline we call home. Whether you’re starting your career or ready to take it to the next level, we’re passionate about helping our employees thrive in one of California’s most beautiful destinations. What we offer: Free daily meal and salad bar Benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (based on employment status) Paid vacation, sick, and holiday time Dining discounts for employees (and up to 6 guests) at the Marine Room, The Shores Restaurant, and our Club Dining! Property retail shop and hotel discounts $500 referral bonus for referring new employees to The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club What we ask: Consistently provide professional, attentive, and genuinely friendly service Promote and follow LJBTC, Inc's Signature Service standards and requirements to ensure a lasting impression of exemplary service resulting in satisfied and loyal members and guests Hourly Rate $23.29 Summary The La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club Kitchen is seeking skilled Line Cooks (Levels 1-4) to join our culinary team. This full-time opportunity plays a key role in enhancing the overall dining experience for our guests. Candidates of varying experience levels are encouraged to apply. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, contributing to high-quality food preparation, consistency, and presentation. Compensation: Hourly rate ranges from $23.29 to $25.46, based on experience and skill level. Receive a $250 bonus after 30 days of employment and an additional $250 after 120 days. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Washes, peels, slices, and mixes vegetables, fruits, or other ingredients for salads, cold plates, and garnishes. Carves and slices meats, cheese, portion food, prepared fruit, seafood cocktail and hors d’oeuvres. Measures and mixes ingredients to make salad dressings, cocktail sauces, gelatin salads, cold desserts, and waffles, following recipes. Prepares menu components in accordance to standard recipes and verbal instructions. Assists all stations in the setup of mise en place for all menu and related special items. Adheres to proper rotation and sanitation standards at all times. Assures overall freshness and quality of all food items. Properly closes and turns over work area at the end of shift assuring proper storage and minimal waste. Attends regularly scheduled kitchen meetings. Must obtain and maintain a current San Diego County Food Handler card. Other duties may be assigned. OUTCOME The proper performance of the prep cook position will enhance the overall dining experience and ensure compliance with sanitation regulations. Consistent high-quality standards, accurate food preparation, and attractive food presentation will result in overall guest satisfaction and repeat customers. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, recipes, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in English to managers and other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages and volume. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must obtain and maintain a current San Diego County Food Handler card. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Employees are required to perform all tasks as safely as possible and to adhere to the applicable safety procedures. The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club is committed to ensuring a safe work environment for all employees. In compliance with federal “Right to Know” requirements, the company freely discloses this information so that all employees are informed about potential hazards in the workplace. We encourage all employees to immediately report any known or potentially dangerous hazards to management. INTERACTION Employees in this position interact with all kitchen co-workers and dining room staff on a daily basis. Occasionally interacts with maintenance, front desk, and other designated internal customers. On occasion, employees may interact with visitors, guests, vendors, or other external customers. SCHEDULING Must be available to work weekends and holidays. This company operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Shifts will generally be rotated as much as possible to be fair to everyone. At times it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed shift if business or task assignments demand (i.e. holidays, weekends, and high-volume business periods). In addition, it should be understood that business needs determine the number of hours that you work. LJBTC INC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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 federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Join our team and enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career growth. Our perks include a free daily meal, employee discounts, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. We offer career growth opportunities, 401K matching, and paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time to ensure a balanced and rewarding work experience. Explore exciting opportunities with us and become part of a team that values your success! La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club is a fifth-generation, family-owned and operated company dedicated to the operation of a 21-acre beachside resort. The resort encompasses three properties, including the exclusive 90-room La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, the 128-room La Jolla Shores Hotel and the award-winning Marine Room restaurant. Resort amenities include 13 championship tennis courts, 5 pickleball courts, a nine-hole Par-3 golf course, two swimming pools, three oceanfront restaurants and cocktail lounges, and one of Southern California’s only private beaches