Line Cook for Mamahuhu Noe Valley

Mamahuhu is built around the idea that food brings people, communities, and cultures together. Chinese-American food is a perfect example — a cuisine that began in China, evolved in America, and continues to bring people together in joyful, shared moments. We’re here to celebrate that tradition by creating thoughtful new expressions of classic dishes that are fun, nourishing, and absolutely delicious.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for passionate cooks to join our team and help bring our vision of Chinese-American food to life — one full plate at a time.

About Us

Mamahuhu’s founding team includes Brandon Jew of Mister Jiu’s in San Francisco’s Chinatown and Anmao Sun and Ben Moore of Hunter Gatherer, a farm-to-table restaurant group in Shanghai, China. With experience spanning fine dining to fast casual, China to California, our team is united by a shared love for Chinese-American food and a commitment to sustainability, quality sourcing, and community.

Our mission is simple: to create Happier and Healthier Communities by spreading the joy of Chinese-American fare and tradition.

Mamahuhu’s kitchen is built around our custom-made wok range. At 120,000 BTUs each, our wok burners are capable of transforming ingredients in seconds and creating complex, unique flavors. The speed of wok cooking requires everything to be ready before service begins — vegetables cut carefully, marinated meats sliced thinly, sauces prepared, and everything in its place. Our entire BOH team must work together closely to prepare for each service, ensuring everything comes together in a fast-paced environment.

As a Line Cook, you are responsible for cooking and preparing menu items while following food safety protocols. We have 2 woks, a fry station, and a cold station. You must properly execute all menu items in a timely fashion, ensuring that each dish meets our high quality standards. Monitoring prepped ingredient levels and maintaining sufficient quantities at all times is an integral part of your role.

We are seeking proactive individuals who love working in a fast-paced, demanding environment and want an arena in which to grow as our company continues to expand.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Able to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Able to use Kitchen Display Screens (KDS) for managing orders
• Works well in fast-paced environments and under pressure
• Team player who can work productively with others
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must have an up-to-date Food Handler’s Card
• Prepare ingredients and assemble dishes as indicated by recipe
• Maintain cleanliness on station at all times
• Ensure that each dish is prepared in a timely manner while following quality standards
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of recipes for the regular menu as well as catering
• Set up and break down stations according to restaurant protocol and checklists
• Comply with SF Health Department practices (e.g. changing sanitizer buckets, food safety protocols)
• Assist team members with side work and washing dishes during slow periods
• Label, restock, and maintain the line using FIFO (First-In, First-Out) method
• Fulfill tasks presented by restaurant and kitchen management

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has at least 1–2 years of cooking experience
• Has a strong work ethic and thrives as part of a close-knit team
• Enjoys working with others
• Has a sense of urgency, and challenges themselves to accomplish more each day
• Has an extreme attention to detail
• Is self-aware, receptive to constructive criticism, and actively works to improve
• Can multitask and prioritize appropriately
• Appreciates food as a way to bring people together
• Interest in Chinese-American cuisine and culture is a plus!

We Are Proud to Offer Great Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Daily Employee Meals
• Participation in a tip pool averaging $3-5 per hour
• Schedule flexibility
• CalSavers Retirement Account
• And of course, a supportive team and positive environment

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits: Dental insurance, Employee discount, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Vision insurance

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