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Prep Cooks/ Line Cooks/ Lead Line Cooks

Universal Waste Systems

Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 • $19.00 to $24.00 / hr • 10/17/2026

General , Restaurant / Foodservice

Job Description

Job Description

THE LINKS AT SUMMERLY / BLACKBURN LOUNGE & GRILL ON THE LINKSis hiring

The links is hiring: Prep Cooks / Line Cooks / Lead Line Cooks

Prep cooks - Pay range$19–$22/hour base

Role summary: Prepare ingredients and batch components so stations can execute the menu consistently.Key responsibilities:Follow prep lists and recipes for sauces, dressings, vegetables, proteins and other components. /Measure yields and portions and label, date, cool and store food correctly. / Receive and rotate product and report shortages or quality issues. / Keep tools, cutting boards and work areas clean and sanitized / Communicate completed prep and remaining needs to line and kitchen leadership.Qualifications and availability: Kitchen prep experience and sound knife skills preferred. / Able to follow written recipes, measure accurately and maintain steady production. / Comfortable with safe equipment use and food handling / Complete required food handler training.

Line cooks - Pay range$21–$25/hour base

Role summary: Execute assigned menu stations with consistent timing, portions, temperature and presentation.Key responsibilities
  • Set up station mise en place and prepare menu items to approved recipes and plating standards. / Coordinate tickets with expo and other stations during service.
  • Check cooking temperatures, labels, rotation and holding conditions. / Maintain a clean station and complete prep, restock and closing tasks.
  • Report shortages, equipment issues and quality concerns to kitchen leadership.
Qualifications and availability
  • Experience on a full service restaurant line preferred. / Able to follow recipes, manage several tickets and use kitchen equipment safely.
  • Sound food safety habits and reliable teamwork required. / Complete required food handler training.

Lead line cook - Pay range$24–$28/hour base

Role summary

Lead line execution during assigned shifts and coach cooks on timing, quality and station readiness.

Key responsibilities
  • Assign and check station setup, prep priorities and line readiness. / Work a station and coordinate ticket flow, timing and communication with expo.
  • Check recipe execution, portions, presentation and safe temperatures. / Coach cooks, help train new team members and escalate staffing or quality problems.
  • Support inventory counts, waste tracking and closing standards as directed by the sous chef or executive chef.
Qualifications and availability
  • Strong line cook experience with demonstrated ability to lead a shift. / Able to prioritize service, train peers and give clear direction under pressure. / Working knowledge of food safety and station organization. / Complete required food handler training; manager level certification may be required for assigned duties.
Work setting

Restaurant shifts involve standing, moving between stations and working with guests or coworkers in a busy service environment. Specific schedules and essential physical duties should be confirmed for each posting.

Blackburn Lounge & Grill considers applicants based on the requirements of the role and provides reasonable accommodation in the application process and at work.