Line Cook/Cocinero de Línea - Lalla Grill Promenade Marina

Lalla Grill Promenade is a prominent restaurant located in Marina, known for its dynamic atmosphere and commitment to high-quality scratch-made dishes. It is a part of the Moncada Group, which operates several sister locations including Lalla Grill Del Monte and Lalla Grill Oceanside. With a strong reputation for delivering excellent service in a high-volume environment, Lalla Grill prides itself on maintaining a vibrant and energetic kitchen culture that fosters teamwork and professional growth among its staff. The establishment emphasizes consistency, quality, and efficiency, making it a popular choice among both locals and visitors seeking an exceptional dining experience. Lalla Grill Promenade is currently expanding, reflecting its continued success and the demand for top-tier culinary talent.

The Line Cook position at Lalla Grill Promenade is a full-time role scheduled for day shifts with hours varying between 8 to 10 per shift. The pay ranges from $22 to $24 per hour, depending on experience. This role is ideal for cooks who thrive in busy, fast-paced kitchens and have a passion for culinary excellence. The line cook will be responsible for executing food preparation and cooking on designated stations while ensuring consistency in portion size, flavor, and presentation of dishes. The role requires adherence to recipes, prep lists, and kitchen procedures to maintain the restaurant’s high standards. The line cook will also perform daily preparation tasks, keep their stations fully stocked, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards throughout their shift.

Effective communication and teamwork are crucial elements of the position. The line cook is expected to coordinate with both kitchen staff and front-of-house employees to ensure smooth service and timely delivery of orders. They will support their team members during peak periods and assist in training new cooks when assigned. The ability to remain calm and efficient during periods of high demand is essential, as is the capacity to adapt quickly to changing kitchen dynamics and promptly address any food quality or safety concerns.

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of professional kitchen experience, particularly in high-volume, fast-paced restaurants. Fluency in Spanish is required, with English proficiency considered a plus. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and formal culinary training is a notable advantage. The completion of a valid Food Handler Card shortly after hiring is mandatory. Candidates must demonstrate strong cooking skills, excellent time management, and multitasking ability, all while maintaining consistent quality under pressure.

Joining Lalla Grill Promenade offers not only the opportunity to work in a well-established and expanding restaurant group but also access to benefits such as sick pay, a 50% employee meal discount, complimentary shift meals and drinks, and clear opportunities for career advancement within the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated culinary professionals seeking to enhance their skills and contribute to a positive, team-oriented kitchen environment.