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Prep Cook

Black Bear Diner - Murrieta
Murrieta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026

At Black Bear Diner, everyone’s job is to make sure that every guest has a great experience. The purpose of the Line Cook position is to provide great food to guests so that every guest is satisfied and wants to return. To accomplish this, prepare, cook and plate all menu items according to Black Bear Diner specifications. Set up and maintain stock levels on cooks line. Operate, clean, set up and maintain equipment. Complete all sidework.

Duties/Responsibilities of the Job:

§ Consistently prepare, cook, plate and finish all food items according to Black Bear Diner procedures and standards.

§ Comply with all food safety requirements such as checking and maintaining temperature, dating and labeling products, rotating products so that oldest is used first.

§ Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.

§ Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.

§ Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, burners, ovens and refrigeration equipment.

§ Handle, store and rotate all products properly.§ Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.

§ Complete sidework for station and shift.§ Close the kitchen correctly. Follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assist others in closing stations and the kitchen.

§ Performs other related duties as assigned by the manager-on-duty.

Benefits/Perks:

Upward Mobility

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§ At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.

§ Must be able to work in an environment that is often hot, noisy, and congested.

§ Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.

§ Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.§ Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

Salary : $16 - $19

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