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Restaurant Prep

$18.5 - $20 per hour

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Mission Valley, 1202 Camino del Rio N, San Diego, California, United States of America

Job Description Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Certified Great Place to Work 7 Years in a row!

Prep Cook: At this location prep cooks earn $18.50 - $20 / hour and an additional $2 on average per hour in tips.

If you thrive on flawless food handling, prepare from scratch at the highest level, and prepare food per the exact recipe specifications in a high-energy environment, then this is the job for you.

What we offer:

Discounted supplemental benefits

Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan

Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance

A family that supports YOUR personal and professional growth

We are looking for experienced Full-Service Prep Cooks:

2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line.

Follow food safety procedures, daily prep list, prepare specific recipes for service; clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout kitchen.

Ensure only “fresh” high quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.

Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during the preparation and cooking process.

Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed whenever producing items.

You are safe and maintain a safe work environment by ensuring floor surfaces are clean, dry and free from debris.

Ensure proper use of PPE when applicable and ensuring a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines.

Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment in assigned cooking station to include startup, shut down, shift maintenance and cleaning as needed

Keep a clean and organized workstation.

Guest focused and like to multi-task.

Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrates basic English/Spanish communication skills.

Trusting, passionate, humble and gracious team player.

Build lasting relationships with trust and respect.

Create fun.

Education

High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Join Lazy Dog and be part of a culture of caring, great benefits, and continuous growth.

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Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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