Cook - Valencia, CA

Red Lobster is a renowned family-owned restaurant group that has been passionately delivering a coastal dining experience for over fifty years. With more than 500 restaurants across the country, Red Lobster has established itself as much more than a place to eat; it is a community hub where new friends become familiar faces and guests enjoy memorable meals that connect them to the ocean’s bounty. This thriving restaurant brand prides itself on portions of fresh seafood, exceptional service, and a welcoming environment that truly embodies the spirit of togetherness and culinary excellence. Being part of Red Lobster means joining a company that values its employees and offers them a platform to grow professionally while contributing to the vibrant coastal cuisine culture. Red Lobster is currently seeking dedicated and skilled Cooks to join their dynamic kitchen teams. As a Cook at Red Lobster, you will play an essential role in delivering quality dishes that meet the brand’s high standards. This position offers competitive wages with a pay range of USD 16.50 to 25.00 per hour and provides weekly pay. Employees benefit from flexible scheduling options that accommodate diverse lifestyle needs and personal commitments. The role offers access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans starting at less than $10 per week, ensuring your health and wellbeing are well cared for. Additional benefits include life insurance, short-term disability coverage, voluntary benefits, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match after one year of service. As a Cook, you will be responsible for setting up and stocking prep and line stations to facilitate smooth kitchen operations. Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils is vital to ensuring a safe and efficient workspace. You will check the quality and freshness of ingredients, prep, season, and cook food items according to the recipes and specifications, all while maintaining strict portion control. Your attention to safe and sanitary food-handling practices will be critical as you inspect food preparation and serving areas regularly. At times, you will assist or substitute for other cooks during peak business hours, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork. The physical demands of the role require standing for 8 to 12 hours, bending, reaching, stooping, and safely lifting up to 60 pounds, highlighting the active and hands-on nature of this opportunity. Red Lobster is committed to nurturing career growth and providing training to help you advance within the restaurant or even in broader culinary fields. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a passion for food preparation, and appreciate working within a supportive, team-oriented culture. By working at Red Lobster, you become part of a legacy that continues to evolve, with big plans on the horizon for the brand and its people. The company prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming workplace for all regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status. Join Red Lobster today and contribute to a team that is as committed to excellence and opportunity as you are.

• Must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
• Culinary experience preferred
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 60 pounds safely
• Ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 to 12 hour shift
• Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task