AM Line Cook: Italian-Inspired Kitchen Excellence

Bunkhouse; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with公司匹配

Complimentary & Discounted Nights, F&F

Free parking

Generous Paid Time Off

Headspace wellbeing initiative

Retail discounts – Apple, AT&T, Veriz*

Job summary

Bunkhouse is seeking a passionate Line Cook to join our AM team at Hotel Daphne in Houston Heights. You will be part of a kitchen team that celebrates creativity and delivers exceptional guest experiences, with an Italian-inspired menu and a roaming mozzarella cart.

The role involves food preparation, maintaining health standards, and assisting with menu planning while collaborating across departments. Candidates should have 1–3 years in hospitality, strong knife skills, and flexibility for

Qualifications

• One to three years related experience in hospitality or service industry.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knife skills or willingness to learn.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of co-workers and staff.
• Team-oriented attitude and strong work ethic.
• Full availability for a flexible schedule, with preferred flexibility to work mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures
• Prep food items for after-hours distribution
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage
• Consult with supervisory staff to plan menus, taking into consideration factors such as costs and special event needs
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Always ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all business needs are met
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety in the work area
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Attend relevant meetings
• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction

Skills

Knife skills

Teamwork

Job description

Bunkhouse is seeking a passionate Line Cook to join our AM team at Hotel Daphne in Houston Heights. You will be part of a kitchen team that celebrates creativity and delivers exceptional guest experiences, with an Italian-inspired menu and a roaming mozzarella cart.

The role involves food preparation, maintaining health standards, and assisting with menu planning while collaborating across departments. Candidates should have 1–3 years in hospitality, strong knife skills, and flexibility for