Line Cook - La Despensa Hollywood

Second Home is a certified B-Corp with a mission to support creativity, entrepreneurship and social change in cities around the world.

We have six critically acclaimed locations in London, Lisbon and Los Angeles and we have raised over $75 million from some of the world’s leading investors to help us scale our work around the world.

We use innovative biophilic design to transform spaces in the most sustainable way imaginable – creating magical workspaces, cultural venues, restaurants and bookshops that help spark new collaborations and breakthroughs. Our cultural program has featured speakers such as Black Lives Matter founder Patrisse Cullors, Mayor of LA Eric Garcetti and filmmaker David Lynch.

La Despensa serves as the “town square” in each of our locations. A place for members to connect, to host clients and hold meetings. It is a place where our members come for nourishment, a break in their busy day and fuel for their next important task. La Despensa acts as the beating heart of the campus and supports the Second Home mission of supporting creativity and entrepreneurship around the world.

Line Cook

As the restaurant for Second Home, La Despensa exemplifies our commitment to community and excellent service by hiring and treating employees equally and with respect. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the business as we expand. This position is fast-paced and individuals must be quick thinkers and excellent at following directions and recipes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Prep work (cutting, chopping, and mixing ingredients)
• Receiving, checking in, and putting away orders from vendors as needed
• Execution (grilling, frying, saute and other cooking methods specified in recipes)
• Ensure stations are stocked and prepared for service/events
• Plating foods based on the chef’s direction
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Weighing, measuring and following established recipes
• Positive communication with FOH, ensuring orders are fulfilled properly and on time
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation requirements. Properly handling food and ensuring proper storage
• Complete tasks and solve problems with co-workers that may arise ensuring smooth service/event

Knowledge and Experience:

• 2+ years of relevant restaurant experience, yet a great attitude goes a long way
• Team player
• Baking experience a plus
• Able to maintain a positive attitude
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong organizational skills
• Take direction and feedback well
• Industry standard knife skills
• Willingness to learn with no ego
• Food Handlers Certification
• Knowledge on how to cook eggs a plus
• Banquet/events/catering experience a plus

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with employer contribution
• Generous Paid Vacation allowance
• 401K
• Shift meal at in-house cafe
• Complimentary parking

Second Home provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Second Home complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.