Line Cook

Alvarado Street Brewery is a renowned craft brewery and restaurant company that has been serving the Monterey County community since its founding in March 2014 by father-son duo John and J.C. Hill. Starting as a neighborhood brewery and restaurant in Downtown Monterey, the company has expanded to three unique locations dedicated to delivering exceptional craft beverages and food experiences to both locals and visitors. Their production brewery and tasting room in the Spreckels Junction area of Salinas opened in 2016, followed by the opening of the R&D pilot brewery and bistro known as the "Stro" in Carmel-by-the-Sea in early 2018. Their latest addition, Alvarado Street Brewery & Taproom, located in Oldtown Salinas, opened in the fall of 2022. The brewery is deeply committed to the community, fostering inclusion and diversity as a core element of their workplace culture. They actively engage with local nonprofits and environmentally focused organizations, striving to be excellent stewards of the natural beauty in the area they call home. The organization is also an equal opportunity employer, ensuring fair hiring practices without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, citizenship, disability, and other protected categories under federal, state, and local laws.

The position available is a full-time, hourly role at the Alvarado Street Brewery & Taproom in Oldtown Salinas, reporting directly to the Kitchen Manager. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about craft beverages, great food, and hospitality, and eager to contribute as part of a dynamic team. The candidate will be responsible for preparing and producing both hot and cold food items in alignment with the high culinary standards established by the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. This role demands a commitment to quality, consistency, and efficiency in food preparation, as well as adherence to safety, sanitation, and food handling protocols.

Key responsibilities include preparing menu items such as soups, sauces, and salads; participating in daily production planning with kitchen leadership; suggesting improvements to food quality and presentation; ensuring consistent portion sizes and product quality; carefully following recipes and portion controls; plating with attention to garnish and presentation; timing food preparation so that entrees are completed simultaneously; maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace; and supporting inventory management tasks such as contributing to daily food order needs. This role also requires cooperation and teamwork, compliance with company health and safety policies, and flexibility in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Ideal candidates will bring at least one year of culinary experience in restaurant, resort, or hotel settings, possess quality knife skills, and hold a valid Safe Food Handling certification (ServSafe). Physical demands of the job include standing and walking for long periods, performing repetitive hand movements, safely lifting and carrying heavy supplies (up to 165 pounds with assistance), and working in various conditions including hot, cold, humid, or noisy environments. The brewery promotes a culture that values teamwork, equity, and community engagement, making this role an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals eager to advance their careers with a respected and community-focused craft brewery.