Date posted: October 13, 2026
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Job description:
filea | La Jolla, California
Breakfast | Lunch | Organic Coffee
Help us create something special.
filea is an upcoming caf concept in La Jolla centered around thoughtfully prepared breakfast and lunch, quality ingredients, and a welcoming, elevated caf experience.
We’re looking for a creative, passionate, and teachable cook to join our team before opening and help bring our vision to life. Our ideal candidate loves working with fresh ingredients, enjoys exploring new flavors, and takes pride in creating food that is both delicious and thoughtfully prepared.
We value creativity, transparency, consistency, and a willingness to learn. We want someone who brings ideas to the table, welcomes feedback, and is excited to grow with a new caf.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute breakfast and lunch dishes with consistency and attention to detail.
- Participate in menu development, recipe testing, and kitchen preparation before opening.
- Prepare a variety of caf dishes, including crpes and galettes, French toast, breakfast burritos, and creative lunch options.
- Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients and incorporate healthy cooking techniques.
- Maintain excellent standards for food quality, presentation, and portion control.
- Manage daily prep, inventory, and food waste efficiently.
- Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and follow all food safety and sanitation requirements.
- Collaborate with the team to create an exceptional guest experience.
What We’re Looking For
- At least 2 years of professional cooking experience.
- Experience in healthy cooking, seed-oil free, fresh-food concepts, or ingredient-conscious cuisine preferred.
- A creative mindset and genuine passion for food.
- A teachable attitude and openness to feedback, new techniques, and collaboration.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- A team-oriented mindset and enthusiasm for helping build a new caf from the ground up.
- A strong commitment to food safety, workplace responsibility, and professional conduct.
Professional Standards & Workplace Safety
At filea, we believe a great kitchen starts with a safe, respectful, and professional team.
- Employees must arrive fit for duty and able to perform their responsibilities safely.
- Working while impaired by alcohol, cannabis, or any other substance that compromises safe job performance is prohibited.
- Employees are expected to maintain professional conduct, communicate respectfully, and treat colleagues and guests with care.
- Food safety, cleanliness, and responsible handling of equipment are non-negotiable.
At filea, we believe a healthy work environment is built on mutual respect, teamwork, clear communication, and a shared passion for what we do. We want our team to feel supported, valued, and comfortable bringing ideas to the table.
We prioritize a positive, professional kitchen culture where people can learn, grow, and take pride in their work.
That said, working in a busy caf requires focus, efficiency, and the ability to handle pressure. We’re looking for someone who can stay calm, organized, and positive during a rush, maintain high standards when things get busy, and work collaboratively with the team to keep service running smoothly.
Position Details
- Position: Full-Time Cook
- Pay: $20-$23 per hour DOE
- Schedule: Five days per week, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Operating Days: Wednesday–Monday
- Days Off: Tuesday and one additional day during the operating week
- Location: La Jolla, California
- Start Date: Before opening, including menu development, recipe testing, and kitchen preparation
- Benefits: To be determined
Hiring Process
To help us build a reliable and collaborative team, candidates should be prepared to:
- Submit a rsum outlining relevant cooking experience.
- Provide two professional references who can speak to their work ethic, reliability, and kitchen skills.
- Participate in an interview and discuss their cooking approach, creativity, and willingness to learn.
- Complete any applicable reference and employment checks, with appropriate notice and authorization where required by law.
How to Apply
Please send your rsum and a brief introduction telling us about your cooking experience, your approach to food, and why you’re excited about joining filea.
We’re looking for someone who wants to contribute their creativity, continue learning, and help us build something meaningful.
Come help us create something special.
