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Kitchen Team Member (Line Cook)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Free Meals
retirement savings option
Affordable Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company paid life insurance
retention incentives
Slip resistant shoe program
Referral Bonus

Job Description

HomeState is a vibrant Texas Kitchen based in California, specializing in delivering genuine hospitality alongside classic Texas culinary delights such as breakfast tacos, queso, brisket, and house-made flour tortillas. Founded in 2013 by Briana "Breezy" Valdez in Los Angeles, HomeState has grown into a beloved local eatery that combines the warm spirit of Texas with the diverse and dynamic food culture of California. The restaurant prides itself on creating an inviting atmosphere where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued regardless of their background. This commitment to inclusivity is reflected not only in its food offerings but also in its approach... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 1-2 years experience in a professional restaurant kitchen is preferred
  • Personable and enjoys working with people and a diverse team
  • Availability to work weekends, day shifts and evening shifts
  • Valid Food Handlers Certification Card or be able to take a company provided course within 30 days of hire
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to frequently bend and reach overhead
  • Ability to lift and use utensils including chopping, and grip equipment such as pots/pans or other kitchen equipment
  • Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures ranging from hot (high radiant heat areas ~ 82) to cold (food storage areas ~ 37)
  • Ability to work near open flames, hot cooking equipment, and steam
  • Ability to perform certain repetitive motion activities (e.g., utilizing certain utensils such as food scoops for extended periods of time or flipping tortillas in repetition)
  • Ability to work in tight spaces such as dish stations
  • Ability to recognize, perceive, communicate and/or comprehend directions and spatial cues
  • Ability to sit, squat and kneel occasionally
  • Ability to regularly move around the restaurant from guests areas to kitchen areas while carrying items such as beverage racks and food cambros
  • Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Job Qualifications

  • 1-2 years experience in a professional restaurant kitchen is preferred
  • Valid Food Handlers Certification Card or be able to take a company provided course within 30 days of hire
  • Personable and enjoys working with people and a diverse team
  • Ability to work weekends, day shifts and evening shifts
  • Kindness and a positive attitude towards coworkers and guests
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Basic knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practices

Job Duties

  • Ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperature by regulating ovens, fryers, and other kitchen equipment and completing line checks
  • Ensure product quality by conducting proper tasting procedures, rotation, storage (i.e. FIFO) and labeling
  • Carry product, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
  • Maintain sufficient levels of products at line stations
  • Understand orders on the KDS screen
  • Clean and sanitize work station area including tables, shelves, walls, griddles, fryers, ovens, and other standard kitchen equipment
  • Load utensils, containers, and other kitchen tools into dishwashing machines and help keep the dish area organized and neat
  • Remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers
  • Clean, sweep and mop as directed to assist in maintaining restaurant spaces, including common areas like restrooms
  • Reinforce guest trust by complying with sanitation standards, portion sizes, recipes, builds, cooking/cooling methods, packaging, and kitchen policies
  • Assist with receiving and storage of all incoming orders to ensure proper temperature control
  • Be knowledgeable and familiar with all stations of the kitchen team including but not limited to prep, line, grill, dish and tortilla
  • Take on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm
  • Manage time efficiently by taking initiative and working with a sense of urgency to fulfill job duties, prep lists, cleaning tasks and checklists
  • Find opportunities to complete other tasks assigned by the leader of the shift
  • Take action to ensure leadership is aware of any equipment, product, quality or safety concerns
  • Rebound from setbacks when faced with difficult situations
  • Calmly identify and troubleshoot issues that occur during the shift to ensure efficient operations
  • Constantly communicate with honesty, integrity and transparency
  • Build partnerships and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives
  • Work closely with the team to support each other through daily tasks, promote teamwork and assist with training
  • Follow all HomeState standards, sanitation guidelines, policies or procedures to ensure that you are serving guests the highest quality, delivering caring hospitality, and embodying the HomeState mission and core values
  • Maintain regular, predictable attendance, which includes attendance at all scheduled shifts, training and meetings

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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