About Us

Kismet Rotisserie is a fast-casual restaurant with 4 locations and is part of the Kismet restaurant group, based in Los Angeles. Our menu focuses on rotisserie chicken, crispy potatoes and vegetable sides, as well as sandwiches, salads, and sweets. It is healthy, comforting and ultra-fresh everyday food, fully made from scratch in-house daily. We source as much as possible from local farms and do our best to incorporate sustainability into our practices, while also maintaining affordability for our customers and creating a positive work environment for our employees.

We are a high volume restaurant, doing a significant amount of take out and catering and we take our approach to quality and integrity very seriously.

What do we offer YOU?

We believe in fairness and teamwork. That’s why all hourly team members (non-management) at Kismet Rotisserie share equally in our tips and bonus pools.
Health perks, because you matter! We offer health insurance (medical, dental and vision) to all team members working 20+ hours a week. If you're an hourly team member, we’ll cover 50% of the base HMO plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time-Off (vacation pay, sick pay)
All employees have the added benefit of a 50% discount at all our restaurants
FREE Meal during shift

Schedule

Monday – Friday / 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Job Summary

Kismet Rotisserie in Culver City is on the lookout for a passionate Prep Cook / Pastry Assistant who loves great food, enjoys working as part of a team, and is excited to contribute across both savory and pastry production. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their craft, can execute with consistency and attention to detail, and brings positive energy to the kitchen. If you’re excited to support both the line and pastry program while helping serve our amazing community, we’d love to meet you!

Essential Task, Duties and Responsibilities:

Prep Cook Duties

Prep, set up, execute and break down station
Prep, plate, and serve all menu items correctly
Read kitchen tickets correctly, and execute accordingly
Communicate clearly with Expo position and/or management
Communicate clearly about ordering, running low on items, and 86’s
Properly label all mise en place
Follow FIFO procedure
Execute recipes accurately and efficiently
Quality-control on all items, with an emphasis on food safety
Maintain cleanliness of station, walk-in, prep/dish and common areas
Be familiar with DOH protocol, and execute it accordingly
Be aware of (if not cross-trained) coworkers’ roles, and help out when needed
Be open to cross-training on all positions
Be respectful of the space and your coworkers
Maintain positive, team-oriented mentality

Pastry Assistant Duties

Follow detailed recipes with precision while executing proper techniques for weighing, measuring, and mixing doughs and batters to ensure consistency and quality.
Prepare and handle milk-based custards, ensuring accurate cooking and cooling processes in full compliance with food safety protocols.
Accurately weigh and portion finished products to maintain consistency, quality standards, and production efficiency.
Support inventory management by monitoring ingredient levels, maintaining organization, and ensuring readiness for daily production needs.
Maintain clear, professional communication with team members both in person and through Slack to ensure smooth coordination and workflow.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Two years of similar restaurant experience required.
Must have excellent communication skills.
Must be able to multitask and problem solve with a smile.
Must be quick on your feet and a fast learner, without cutting corners.
Must be professional and courteous toward fellow employees and customers.
Must have a positive attitude and demeanor.
Must be a team player.
Must be willing to be cross-trained in other roles in order to lend a hand where needed.

Computer Operations Abilities

Basic telephone application skills
Basic personal computer skills including email, word processing, etc

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for 8 hours, leaning over and lifting bins
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Kismet Rotisserie LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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