Line Cook/Prep Cook – Island Soul Kitchen (Sacramento, CA)
Full-Time/Part Time | Competitive Pay | Brand-New Restaurant Opening
About Us:
Island Soul Kitchen is a new Jamaican-American bar and restaurant opening on Stockton Blvd in Sacramento. Our concept blends bold Caribbean flavors with soulful American comfort food in a vibrant, community-focused space. We’re building an all-star opening team and are looking for skilled, motivated kitchen professionals to grow with us.
Chef / Line Cook
We’re seeking a talented and reliable Line Cook/Prep Cook who is passionate about delivering high-quality food, maintaining kitchen standards, and working as part of a fast-paced, positive team. This role is ideal for someone with strong cooking skills who wants to learn, grow, and take on more responsibility over time with us.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute menu items consistently according to recipes and standards
- Support the Head Chef with prep, cooking, plating, and kitchen organization
- Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
- Assist with inventory, labeling, storage, and waste reduction
- Uphold food safety and sanitation standards at all times
- Collaborate with FOH and BOH teams to ensure smooth services
- Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience as a Line Cook or higher in a full-service kitchen
- Strong knife skills and understanding of various cooking techniques
- Ability to stay organized and perform well during high-volume service
- Positive attitude, teamwork mindset, and good communication skills
- Reliability and punctuality are essential
- Experience with Caribbean or scratch cooking is a plus—but not required
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay (DOE)
- Opportunity for growth into Sous Chef or leadership roles
- Supportive, team-centered environment
- Ability to grow with a brand-new concept from the very beginning
Schedule
- Full-time
- Evenings, weekends, and holiday availability required
- Flexible scheduling possible as we build our opening team
- How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note about your experience and why you’d like to join Island Soul Kitchen.
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
