Temecula, CA Job Details Full-time From $25 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications Grilling Asian cuisine Sautéing Attention to detail Kitchen stations Full Job Description Job Overview Make food you're proud to send out. You know the difference between simply getting a plate out and getting it right. Your station is ready. Your prep is organized. You notice when something needs attention—and you step in when a teammate needs a hand. That's the kind of cook we want at Zen Curry and Grill. We're an Indian and Nepalese restaurant in Temecula, and we're building something that takes more than good recipes: a restaurant people look forward to visiting, recommend to their friends, and keep coming back to. We're hiring a Line Cook who wants to contribute to that experience, sharpen their skills, and take pride in the food they serve. Why this role is worth a look Build skills you can take pride in. Work with the spices, sauces, marinades, and cooking techniques behind Indian and Nepalese cuisine. Help prepare the dishes guests love while developing your consistency, timing, and confidence on the line. Have a role that matters every service. Your preparation, attention to detail, and communication directly affect what reaches the table. You don't need a management title to make a meaningful contribution here. Be part of the kitchen we're building. We value people who care about their work, help their teammates, and take feedback seriously.
Our expectation is simple:
work hard, treat people with respect, and hold yourself to a standard you're proud of. What you'll do Prepare and cook dishes consistently , following recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines. Set your station up for a strong service , including prep, stocking, organization, and checking that ingredients are ready. Keep service moving , communicating with the Head Chef and kitchen team about timing, orders, and anything that needs attention. Protect food quality and safety , maintaining proper storage, labeling, rotation, sanitation, and careful handling of allergy-related orders. Help the whole kitchen succeed , supporting teammates, reducing avoidable waste, and completing cleaning and closing responsibilities. What we're looking for Previous experience as a line cook, prep cook, or in a professional kitchen is preferred. Experience with Indian or Nepalese cuisine is a plus. Familiarity with curry preparation, tandoor cooking, grilling, or sauté stations is especially helpful. Just as important, you bring: Reliability. You arrive ready to work and follow through on your responsibilities. Attention to detail. You care about flavor, portions, cleanliness, and the plate leaving your station. A willingness to learn. You ask questions, apply feedback, and work to improve. A team-first approach. You communicate respectfully and help solve problems rather than leaving them for someone else. You don't have to know everything on day one. You do need to care enough to learn and take pride in getting it right. Ready to join the kitchen? Apply through Indeed with your résumé or a brief summary of your kitchen experience and availability. Tell us which stations or cuisines you've worked with—and what you'd like to learn next. No lengthy cover letter needed. Bring your work ethic, your attention to detail, and your love of good food. Let's build a kitchen we're proud of.
Location:
Zen Curry and Grill — Temecula, CA Work location: In person
