Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Free food & snacks
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Employee discounts
Experienced Line Cook | $18–$21/Hour + Tips | Full-Time
Ponzu Sushi is hiring an experienced Line Cook for our downtown Palm Springs location.
Pay is $18–$21 per hour based on experience, plus tips. This is a full-time position offering approximately 40 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime during peak season.
We are looking for a dependable cook who knows how to run a station, works clean, moves with urgency, and can maintain consistency during a busy service. Japanese-cuisine experience is helpful, but it is not required. Strong fundamentals, reliability, and the right attitude matter more.
This is a good opportunity for someone who wants stable hours, strong earning potential, and room to grow within an expanding restaurant group.
What You’ll Do
Set up and run an assigned station through service
Execute dishes according to established recipes, portions, and plating standards
Complete prep accurately and keep your station fully stocked
Maintain speed and consistency during high-volume service
Work clean and keep your station organized throughout the shift
Communicate clearly with chefs, cooks, sushi staff, and the FOH team
Support other stations when needed
Follow all food-safety, sanitation, cooling, labeling, and storage procedures
Complete opening and closing responsibilities thoroughly
Respond professionally to direction, coaching, and feedback
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience working on a professional kitchen line
Ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality or organization
Dependable attendance and punctuality
Strong station organization and time-management skills
Ability to follow recipes and established kitchen systems
Good communication and a team-first attitude
Attention to cleanliness, food safety, and detail
Evening, weekend, and holiday availability
Experience with Japanese cuisine, high-volume service, sauté, fry, grill, garde manger, or detailed plating is a plus.
Pay and Schedule
$18–$21 per hour based on experience
Tips in addition to hourly pay
Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week
Opportunities for overtime during peak season
Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required
Specific schedule discussed during the interview
Growth Opportunities
Ponzu is part of a growing restaurant group, and we prefer to develop and promote strong team members from within. Opportunities may include cross-training, sushi training, additional kitchen responsibilities, and advancement into lead or management positions.
Requirements
Riverside County Food Handler Certificate required before starting
ServSafe certification is preferred
Must be able to perform the physical duties of a professional kitchen position
To Apply
Please submit a resume or a brief summary of your kitchen experience. Include the stations you have worked, your current availability, and the best phone number to reach you.