Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
PREP COOK / DISHWASHERLA Times Top 101 | NYT Top 50 | Michelin Guide | Nationally Recognized Glendale Restaurant
Mini Kabob is seeking reliable, hardworking Prep Cook / Dishwasher team members to join our kitchen.
We are a family-owned Armenian restaurant established in 1987 and recognized by the LA Times Top 101, New York Times Top 50, and Michelin Guide. We are known for open-fire grilled meats, scratch-made recipes, high-quality ingredients, and operating at an extremely high level inside a small, fast-moving kitchen.
This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in supporting the team, staying organized, working efficiently, and helping maintain a clean and productive kitchen environment.
The right candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a physically demanding, fast-paced kitchen where consistency and teamwork matter.
Responsibilities
- Prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, marinades, and other ingredients according to company standards
- Assist with daily kitchen prep and station setup
- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment efficiently throughout the shift
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
- Support line cooks and kitchen team members as needed
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures
- Assist with opening and closing responsibilities
- Help keep prep, dish, and storage areas organized and stocked
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
Qualifications
- Previous prep cook, dishwasher, kitchen helper, or restaurant experience preferred
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work independently and stay productive throughout the shift
- Comfortable working in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong attention to cleanliness and organization
- Ability to lift, carry, and move kitchen supplies as needed
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Reliable, punctual, and consistent
Position Details
Schedule Option #1
- ThursdaySunday
- Approximately 6:30 AM 1:30 PM
- Supports prep and cleaning during high-volume service days
Schedule Option #2
- MondayWednesday
- Approximately 8:30 AM 4:00 PM
- Supports prep production and kitchen maintenance
- Additional shifts may be available during high-volume periods
Benefits
- Employee meals provided
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Stable, consistent scheduling
- Opportunity for long-term growth within the company
Compensation
- Base wage: $16.90/hr
- Guaranteed total earnings: approximately $1821/hr with tip makeup
- Clear path to increased responsibility and earning potential for strong performers
Why Work With Us
- Work at one of Southern California's most recognized independent restaurants
- Consistent morning schedules
- Respectful, focused, no-drama work environment
- Be part of a close-knit team that values quality and teamwork
- Learn and grow within a nationally recognized restaurant
- Long-term stability and advancement opportunities
We hire quickly for the right people and are looking for team members who take pride in reliability, consistency, cleanliness, and supporting the success of the team.