Line Cook

  • Vaca Restaurant Costa Mesa
  • Costa Mesa, California
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

0-1 years

Job Details We are looking for a full-time PM cook for grill station or saute station. Experience in a high volume kitchen is necessary.

Inspired by the diverse regions of Spain, award-winning Chef Amar Santana, creates the restaurants menu is inspired by his version of authentic Spanish cuisine. It features top quality ingredients, with a global superior meat selection and unmatched innovative beverage program. Health/Dental/Vision available after 60 days. 1 week paid vacation after 1 year of employment. Free parking. Family meal provided.

Requirements for Success:

  • Commitment to excellence
  • Desire to learn
  • Positive attitude
  • Passion for food and hospitality
  • Ability to work cleanly and efficiently
  • Capable of upholding the highest culinary standard
Qualifications:
  • Experience as a cook or in a related role required
  • Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
  • Must be able to obtain food safety certification
  • Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Our company culture supports the growth and development of our employees, and provides opportunities for education and advancement. Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $21.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Family Meal Preparation

Teamwork

Experience in High Volume Kitchen

Adaptability

Cooking Skills

Attention to Detail

Fish Butchery

Time Management

Knowledge of Food Preparation Principles

Problem Solving

Fish Cookery

Creativity in Cooking

Proper food handling

Customer Service Orientation

Knowledge of Various Cooking Methods

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Knowledge of Basic Principles of Food Preparation

Willingness to Accept Feedback

Various Cooking Methods

Culinary Innovation

Food Handler Certification

Knowledge of Spanish Cuisine

Experience in a Related Role

Ability to follow instructions

Food safety regulations

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Food Safety Regulations Knowledge

Commitment to Personal and Professional Growth

Food Safety Knowledge

Understanding of Kitchen Safety Practices

Interpersonal and communication skills

Food Handling

Frying

Upholding the Highest Culinary Standard

Sanitation

Sauteing

Interpersonal Skills

Vegetable Cookery

Communication Skills

Commitment to Excellence

Desire to Learn

Positive Attitude

Ability to Work Cleanly and Efficiently

Culinary Standards

Obtaining Food Safety Certification

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Job ID: 485971217
Originally Posted on: 7/19/2025

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