Line Cook

Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Type: Part-time, weekends

About Us
Café Stella is a beloved Silver Lake French bistro known for its classic dishes, warm atmosphere, and one of the prettiest patios in Los Angeles. Weekend brunch is one of our busiest and most important services, and we’re building a kitchen team that takes pride in getting it right every plate, every time.

About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced breakfast cook who loves the rhythm of a busy brunch line. You’ll own your station from open to close, execute our breakfast and brunch menu to spec, and help keep the kitchen running smoothly through high-volume weekend service. This is a great fit for a cook who is fast, organized, and takes real care with technique, especially eggs.

Responsibilities

Before service

• Arrive on time and set up your station with all mise en place for a full weekend service
• Complete prep lists accurately: sauces, batters, cut vegetables, proteins, garnishes
• Check walk-in and lowboy stock and flag shortages to the chef or kitchen manager
• Label, date, and rotate all product using FIFO

During service

• Cook breakfast and brunch items to recipe, portion, and plating standards
• Execute eggs to order consistently (poached, scrambled, omelets, over-easy/medium/hard)
• Work the flat top, sauté, and fryer as needed
• Manage multiple tickets at once and time dishes so tables go out together
• Communicate clearly with expo and front of house on ticket times, 86'd items, and modifications
• Handle allergy and dietary requests carefully and accurately
• Keep your station clean and organized throughout service

After service

• Break down, clean, and sanitize your station and equipment
• Properly wrap, label, and store leftover prep
• Help with end-of-shift kitchen cleaning and hand off notes for the next shift

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of line cook experience, ideally in breakfast, brunch, or a high-volume kitchen
• Strong egg cookery and confidence on a flat top
• Ability to read tickets quickly and stay organized under pressure
• Knowledge of safe food handling, temperatures, and cross-contamination prevention
• California Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Reliable availability every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, including 6:30 AM starts
• Reliable transportation

Nice to Have

• Experience in a French or bistro-style kitchen
• Hollandaise and classic sauce experience
• Pastry, crêpe, or bread experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Physical Requirements

• Stand and move for an entire 8+ hour shift
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Work safely around hot surfaces, sharp tools, and in a fast-moving kitchen

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay plus tips
• A supportive, experienced team and room to grow within the kitchen

How to Apply
Apply through Culinary Agents with your resume and recent kitchen experience. Qualified candidates may be asked to complete a stage (working interview).