Line Cook / Prep Cook - JOEY Valley Fair

Santa Clara, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Full-time

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $18.45 - $30.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Flexible

Day Shifts

Benefits

Career Development

Education

And growth opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Medical Reimbursement Plan

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Discounted employee shift meals

Paid sick leave

Referral Bonus Program

Sales competitions and rewards

Job Description

About JOEY Restaurants JOEY Restaurants is a prominent restaurant group known for delivering the ultimate dining experience through its handcrafted, locally and globally inspired menu offerings. Established in 1992, JOEY has flourished into an iconic multi-concept brand operating over 50 locations throughout Canada and the United States. The company has a reputation for combining award-winning culinary creations with world-class hospitality in warm, modern, and lively environments. As a family-owned and operated business, JOEY values its employees as its greatest investment and strives to foster a culture of genuine warmth, inclusivity, and creativity while committing to ongoing education, training, and empowerment of its team members. With plans for continued expansion through 2030, JOEY Restaurants offers a stable yet dynamic work environment for individuals passionate about hospitality and culinary arts.

About the Role JOEY Restaurants is currently seeking skilled and passionate Line Cooks and Prep Cooks to join its culinary team. These positions offer a base hourly wage between $18.45 and $30.00 with eligibility for company tip pool participation, which on average can supplement earnings by $3.00 to $10.00 per hour. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and delivering world-class culinary experiences by employing consistent and precise cooking techniques, following recipe specifications, and maintaining quality standards. The role demands mastering a variety of cooking methods such as grilling, roasting, sautéing, frying, and more—all while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Prep Cooks play a crucial supporting role by preparing ingredients according to guidelines and recipes, ensuring the line cooks have everything they need to create iconic dishes that delight guests. Both positions require strong teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety and sanitation practices to uphold the high standards JOEY is known for. Employees in these roles thrive in fast-paced environments and take pride in their craftsmanship, professionalism, and dedication to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. Joining JOEY means becoming part of a culture centered around genuine warmth, care, and a commitment to excellence in every dish and interaction.

Job Requirements

Must have or be able to obtain valid local and/or state Food Handler permits
be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
frequent bending, reaching, and stretching
perform repetitive manual tasks
lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Job Qualifications

1-3+ years culinary experience
possess a passion for hospitality and a proven track record of creating world-class hospitality experiences
thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment
successful employees are genuine, warm, and caring
value honesty and conduct themselves with integrity
comfortable providing and receiving feedback to achieve personal growth and performance excellence
natural problem solvers with an insatiable desire to positively impact individual and team execution
passionate about quality and professionalism
possess exceptional relationship building and communication skills
encourage healthy and supportive competition within their team
exude confidence, humility, and respect
take pride in presenting a professional appearance and demeanor

Job Duties

Prep all ingredients and food products to fulfill prep lists, par levels, and recipe standards
utilize various prep and cooking methods to ensure the quick, precise creation of our menu items in accordance with JOEY recipes
develop knife skills for efficiency and safety
communicate with the team to deliver perfect food coordination
maintain prep and cooking areas in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner
clean, organize, and maintain refrigerators, cooler drawers, ovens, prep and dry storage areas
complete assigned side work and closing duties to set your team up for success
follow all instructions and guidelines for safe usage of kitchen equipment and cleaning compounds
report equipment problems and maintenance issues to leadership immediately
follow all food service and handling safety precautions and procedures