Line Cook Position

Join Our Talented Culinary Team as an Experienced Line Cook in the Museum District!

Are you a passionate and skilled Line Cook with a proven track record in a fast-paced kitchen environment? Do you thrive on creating delicious dishes and contributing to a positive team atmosphere? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to our established culinary team in the vibrant Museum District!

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Experienced Line Cook to play a key role in our kitchen operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional looking for a stable and rewarding position.

Responsibilities:

-Efficient Station Setup: Organize and fully stock your workstation with all necessary ingredients, tools, and equipment, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
-Precise Ingredient Preparation: Prepare high-quality ingredients according to established standards, including expert chopping, peeling, slicing of vegetables, and precise butchering of meats.
-Expert Food Preparation and Cooking: Prepare, portion, and expertly cook a variety of menu items for all meal periods and special events, adhering to our recipes and quality standards.
-On-Demand Culinary Skills: Execute made-to-order dishes and items requiring quick preparation with speed and accuracy.
-Recipe Adherence and Production Knowledge: Demonstrate a strong ability to accurately follow both basic and complex recipes and understand production guidelines.
-Exceptional Plate Presentation: Ensure every dish is visually appealing and meets our high standards for presentation before service.
-Maintaining a Pristine Kitchen: Uphold a meticulously clean, organized, and sanitized work environment, adhering to all hygiene standards.
-Proper Food Storage: Ensure all food items and other supplies are stored correctly and efficiently, following FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
-Commitment to Safety and Compliance: Strictly adhere to all company HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) and safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

-Extensive Culinary Experience: Minimum of 5 years of proven experience working as a Line Cook in a professional kitchen setting is required.
-Stable Work History: Demonstrated history of consistent employment and reliability.
-Commercial Kitchen Proficiency: Comprehensive understanding and safe operation of all standard commercial kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, stovetops, grills, fryers).
-Diverse Cooking Techniques: In-depth knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods, including grilling, baking, frying, sauteing, boiling, and more.
-Impeccable Sanitation Practices: Thorough understanding and strict adherence to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
-Teamwork and Collaboration: Excellent ability to work effectively as part of a cohesive and supportive team.
-Positive and Professional Demeanor: Maintain a positive attitude and professional conduct at all times.
-Clear and Concise Communication: Strong verbal communication skills to effectively interact with team members and management.
-Physical Stamina: Ability to stand and move continuously for extended periods.
-Physical Capabilities: Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull, and frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

To Apply:

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Line Cook looking for a fantastic opportunity to contribute your skills to a reputable establishment in the Museum District, we encourage you to apply!

Please send us your resume or feel free to visit us in person between 2:00 pm and 4:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday, at Lucille's, 5512 La Branch St, Houston, TX 77004. We look forward to hearing from you!