Line Cook - SF

About the Role

Schedule:

Weekday mornings 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Sifted is building a brand‑new, dynamic corporate catering space in South San Francisco and needs a highly motivated Line Cook to help launch the kitchen. The Line Cook will work under the Lead Line Cook, be comfortable working at one or multiple stations daily, and collaborate with multiple leads during each service as staffing requires.

• Work on the line in one of the concept kitchens, preparing meals for 500–1000 guests daily.
• Hold full ownership of labeling and organizing pans and delis, and discard out‑of‑date product from common storage areas.
• Execute strict quality control and assurance, acting as the Sanitation and Safety Champion in the BLV kitchen.
• Own daily pack‑out temperatures, ensuring items are at the correct cooking temperature before packing out.
• Assist with daily deep‑clean items, comply with and enforce sanitary regulations and safety standards.
• Assist the Executive Chef in facilitating discussions and answering questions about production, pack‑out, and clean‑up.
• Assist the Executive Chef with the development and augmentation of systems in place.

• 1–2 years of relative experience in full‑service, moderate to high‑volume restaurant, club, or catering establishment.
• Culinary degree or similar preferable.
• Lead by example in all aspects of the business (production, attitude, cleaning, punctuality).
• Lead by example in regards to safety and sanitation standards set by the local Health Department.
• Ability to work efficiently to maximize team output.
• Ability to maintain a calm and collected demeanor.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions daily in regards to prep vegetables, cooking proteins, deep cleaning.
• Ability to understand and communicate in basic English.

• Compensation: $27 per hour.
• Company‑sponsored health insurance plans (100% company‑paid HDHP, vision, and dental opt‑in).
• 401(k) program available after six months of employment.
• 80 hours of PTO with each year of employment; paid winter break from Dec 24 – Jan 1.
• Free lunch during meal service.
• Opportunities to take on larger roles within our organization and learn in a fast‑growing start‑up.

This position requires a California State Food Handlers Card.

This position is based in a commercial kitchen.

The role requires standing for up to 6 hours at a time and moving equipment up to 50 lbs.

USD 27.00 per hour (South San Francisco, California).

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strongly encourage people of color, individuals with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non‑binary candidates to apply.

Employment at Sifted is considered at will, meaning that either the company or the employee may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.

Offers of employment and continued employment at Sifted are contingent upon successful completion of trust & safety checks, including a criminal history check, a motor vehicle record check (for positions that require driving), identity verification, food safety certification verification, and at least two reference checks.