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Date: July 29, 2026
Department: Back of House
Position: Line Cook
Reports to: General Manager / Chef
Hourly Rate: $19.61/hr + Tips
Employment Type: Part-Time / Full-Time, Non-exempt
Location: Dumpling Time (Thrive City) — San Francisco, CA
Company Overview
The Omakase Restaurant Group is the brainchild of co-founder and CEO Kash Feng, a Xi'an born entrepreneur with an inclination for hospitality. Multi-concept in nature, the Omakase Restaurant Group serves the Bay Area and prides itself on offering the highest caliber Asian and American cuisine that remains quintessentially Californian.
Who We Are
Located at Thrive City directly adjacent to the Chase Center, Dumpling Time is a high-volume, casual neighborhood concept focused on fresh, handmade dim sum, noodles, and Asian street food classics. We are a fast-paced kitchen team dedicated to serving pristine, flavorful food to neighborhood regulars, food lovers, and massive event crowds alike.
The Role
We are seeking a reliable, motivated Line Cook to join our culinary team at Dumpling Time Thrive City. This role requires strong station prep, solid knife skills, speed during rush periods, and a team-first attitude. Because we are located at the Chase Center complex, flexibility is key—shift times and staffing needs adjust based on game days, concerts, and major venue events.
Responsibilities
● Preps ingredients, sauces, and line stations according to restaurant specs and recipes
● Operates cooking stations (wok, steamer, fry, or assembly) efficiently during high-volume service
● Maintains speed, accuracy, and consistent food quality during peak event rushes
● Keeps prep areas, line stations, and equipment clean, sanitized, and organized
● Follows all health department codes, proper food handling, and safe kitchen practices
● Communicates effectively with teammates and kitchen management to keep ticket times low
● Assists with opening/closing station breakdown, restocking, and kitchen cleanup
Requirements
● Prior line cook or kitchen prep experience in a high-volume or fast-casual restaurant setting
● Open availability for mixed shifts, including lunches, dinners, weekends, and holidays
● Schedule flexibility to adapt to event calendars at the Chase Center
● Punctual, dependable, and consistent with shift attendance
● Ability to learn menu items quickly, work clean, and multitask under pressure
● Strong work ethic and a collaborative, positive attitude with kitchen teammates
● Active California Food Handler Card
We Offer
● Hourly rate + tip share
● Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
● 401(k) with company match
● Paid Sick Time
● Employee dining discounts across group locations
● Room for long-term growth within Omakase Restaurant Group
Physical Demands
While performing this job, the Line Cook is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear in a dynamic kitchen environment. The employee must frequently handle kitchen tools, knives, hot cookware, and steamers, and occasionally lift items up to 50 pounds.
Duties may shift based on business needs. Omakase Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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