POSITION OVERVIEW
Desert Champions is hiring for a Seasonal Line Cook for NOBU - Indian Wells., a world-renowned Japanese restaurant. This fast-paced position will be responsible for preparing and cooking from scratch, following recipes precisely and efficiently. Position requires professionalism as well as the proper tools to perform the job.
All applicants for this position must be available to work during the 2026 WTA Finals and the 2027 BNP Paribas Open Season
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Approximate start date will be between August and September
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Must be available at least 3 shifts per week, through February
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Must adhere to an agreed upon, open availability from November 8, 2026, through November 15, 2026, and February 28, 2027, through March 14, 2027
- Position may be extended through May 2027
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
- In the NOBU style welcome every guest in a kind and courteous manner and ensure a smooth and memorable dining experience *
- Follow established policies and procedures, including safety and sanitation, to ensure safe, high-quality food is provided *
- Prepare food items including chopping vegetables, making sauces and butchering meat *
- Prepare food items to order following established recipes and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety *
- Prepare hot and cold food items (entrees, soups, salads, etc.) following established recipes for all meal services and special events *
- Clean work areas and all equipment used in food preparation *
- Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings; maintain certifications *
The job duties and responsibilities listed above are a general outline of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible tasks and duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- At least 1-year experience, as a line cook, in a fast-paced food service setting
- Knowledge of weights, measures, and recipe yields
- Culinary training, course work, or equivalent experience highly preferred
- Prior knowledge of meats, fishes, sauces, and vegetables
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and OTHER ABILITIES
- Work in a flexible manner by being able to think quickly and adapt to sudden changes
- Remain calm under pressure and maintain a positive attitude
- Understanding of restaurant etiquette
- Ability to prioritize and manage time well
- Ability to work as a team and support co-workers
- Patience and commitment to customers and coworkers
- Ability and confidence to communicate with all types of individuals
- Maintain professional appearance by being appropriately groomed and in uniform provided
REQUIRED LICENCES/CERTIFICATIONS
- California Workplace Harassment certification
- California Workplace Violence Prevention certification
- Riverside County Food Safety certificate
LAUNGUAGE ABILITY
- Ability to speak effectively with guests, vendors, and co-workers
- Ability to speak, read, and understand English
REASONING ABILITY
- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
COMPUTER SKILLS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position requires flexible working hours, typically Wednesday – Sunday and will include nights, weekends, and major holidays
- May be required to work extended work hours during events or special projects
- Employee is regularly exposed to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
- Frequently exposed to cold, hot, wet, or humid conditions
- Noise level in the work environment is usually loud
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described on the attached “Physical Demands of Position” chart are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. See attached “Physical Demands of the Position”.
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION
This position has no access to confidential information.
COMPANY FUNDS
This position has no access to company funds.
EOE
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION
How many hours are worked per day?
6 - 8 + occasional overtime
When completing this form, look at the job from a typical/average workday perspective.
Percentage Time Designation
Use hands to finger, handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms over shoulder
Reach with hand and arms over head
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
i.e., Position requires standing 1/3 of the time.
Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much and how often?
Percentage Time Designation
i.e., Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds.
Does this job have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply.
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
No special vision requirements
