Line Cook/Food Service - San Diego KOA Resort

  • KEI Outdoors
  • Chula Vista, California
  • Part Time

The San Diego KOA is an award-winning outdoor campground resort looking for enthusiastic people to join our food and beverage team. Sunny southern California allows us to be open 365 days a year offering camping in RVs, Cabins, Deluxe Cabins & tents. Our goal is to create a great camping experience for our guests by offering excellent customer service. If you enjoy being outdoors, meeting new people, and putting on events we would love to talk to you!

The Sand Castle Cafe is an onsite restaurant open 7 days a week in the summer season (reduced hours October-April) that serves everything from breakfast burritos & lattes to handmade pizza and beer from local breweries. Our staff also does specialized catering events throughout the year!

WORKING HOURS/DETAILS:

  • Seasonal starting Mid-April
  • Reports to the Food & Beverage Manager
  • Part-time - 10-30 hours per week depending on the occupancy of the park
  • Most hours available Thursday-Sunday evenings, but flexible availability a plus
  • Training hours will be in the mornings
  • $18.50/ per hour & up depending on experience
  • Pooled tips

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures customers receive a high level of service consistent with our customer service philosophy

Communicate with all staff and management using Basecamp System

Enforce campground policies and implement solutions consistent with goals of park

Proactive guest management to ensure positive environment for all guests

Coordinate with Guest Service staff for problem resolution when applicable

Utilize creative problem-solving skills

Prepare breakfast, lunch & dinner depending on the season in a cafe style food service kitchen

Be comfortable using a variety of kitchen appliances and utensils

Food prep for all meals during shift

Clean and maintain food prep area according to Health Code

Clean all appliances and equipment daily

Cashier and process orders

Assist with perishable and non perishable inventory on a weekly basis

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Good customer service and communications skills

Ability to multi task and prioritize

Able to work with others and work independently

Professional Appearance and attitude towards guests and fellow team members

Communicate professionally and patiently

Be on your feet during shift and able to lift at least 30 lbs.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Actively communicate both verbally and written

Must have prior line/short order cooking experience

Have or acquire a Food Handler's Permit

Comfortable serving alcohol & handling raw food

Not afraid to try new recipes!

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

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Job ID: 511080477
Originally Posted on: 2/23/2026

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