Line Cook

Line Cook (Part-Time / Full-Time)
Location: San Francisco, CA
Pay Range: $19–$25 per hour

About Us
Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya is a Japanese-style ramen restaurant dedicated to authenticity and excellence. With over 15 locations across four states, we are passionate about cultivating team development and sustainable business growth.

About the Role

As a Line Cook at Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya, you play a vital role in delivering an exceptional dining experience by preparing high-quality dishes in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You will be responsible for executing menu items with precision and consistency, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and upholding food safety standards. If you are passionate about cooking, detail-oriented, and thrive under pressure, we’d love to have you on our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during scheduled shifts.
• Maintain a calm and positive attitude, especially during peak hours or unexpected challenges.
• Stay up to date on all menu items, promotions, and company updates.
• Assist in onboarding new kitchen team members with respectful coaching and encouragement.
• Communicate any issues affecting team morale or kitchen performance to the General Manager.
• Adhere to all operational policies, including those for safety, sanitation, and cash handling.
• Keep a clean, organized, and efficient workstation.
• Maintain punctual and reliable attendance.
• Prepare food items to order, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Follow food safety guidelines and sanitation standards.
• Prep ingredients in accordance with company specs and local health regulations.
• Maintain high attention to food presentation and cleanliness.
• Accommodate guest special requests while preserving quality standards.

Requirements

• Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to fast-paced environments.
• Consistent positive attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions clearly.
• Able to stand and walk for at least 4 consecutive hours.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in conditions that involve heat, cold, fumes, cleaning chemicals, and airborne particles.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off and paid sick leave
• Free meal during each working shift
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity to enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (eligibility requirements apply)

We are an equal opportunity employer to all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.