BBQ Prep Cook/Cutter

Albert Hotel; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Restaurant discounts

401K matching

Paid holidays

Shop/hotel discounts

Job summary

Albert Hotel in Fredericksburg, TX is hiring a BBQ Prep Cook/Cutter for Junebug’s BBQ. The role involves prep, seasoning, and portioning meats, maintaining sanitary work areas, and coordinating with guests and staff.

Full-time, on-site position with competitive wages and benefits offered by New Waterloo. Prior culinary/hospitality experience is preferred and a state food-handling certification may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• State-issued food handling certification.
• Related culinary or hospitality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies, and procedures.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure sanitary practices.
• Prep and season meats promptly per recipes and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes.
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
• Assist in restocking and replenishing of supplies.
• Test food for doneness using tasting, temperature checks, or piercing with utensils.
• Communicate with guests to ensure order accuracy and satisfaction.
• Accurately complete the order sheet.
• Weigh meat to exact specifications.
• Portion, arrange and garnish food.
• Address guests' special needs, including allergies or dietary restrictions.
• Estimate consumption and requisition or procure supplies from storage.
• Assist in development and implementation of special projects.
• Maintain positive relationships with employees and guests.
• Respond promptly to guest comments and concerns and inform supervisor.
• Maintain open lines of communication with departments and management.
• Maintain high level of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the work area.
• Ensure equipment is in good, safe working condition.
• Stay aware of safety issues and OSHA requirements.
• Attend relevant meetings as directed.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

ALBERT HOTEL is hiring for a BBQ PREP COOK/CUTTER for Junebug's BBQ

An urban oasis, tucked away off of Main Street in the heart of Fredericksburg, TX, Albert Hotel offers a peaceful yet sophisticated luxury experience in Texas's famed Hill Country. Opened in January 2025, the property features 105 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and suites, along with uniquely designed bunk rooms and a private house with custom furnishings, locally-curated amenities, and thoughtful touches.

With the guest experience in mind, Albert's elevated amenities include a sunken limestone pool featuring an outdoor bar and cabanas, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a 2,000-square-foot full-service spa. Additionally, the property is home to four on-site culinary outlets, including The Wellhouse and Junebug’s BBQ.

Albert boasts 3,600-square-foot of semi-open air event space, a 1,200-square-foot mezzanine deck, and an expansive event lawn, making it a prime destination for weddings, private events, and intimate gatherings.

What you'll do:

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos, and verbal instruction
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Prep and season meats promptly and consistently, adhering to the outlet’s recipes and procedures
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper sanitization of 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
• Assist in the restocking and replenishing of supplies
• Observe and test food to determine if it has been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, temperature checks or piercing them with utensils
• Communicates well with guests to ensure accuracy of order and guest satisfaction.
• Accurately completes the order sheet.
• Weighs meat to exact specifications.
• Portion, arrange and garnish food
• See to each guest’s special needs, including any noted allergies or dietary restrictions
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage as directed
• Assist in the development and implementation of special projects
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Ensure immediate response is given to guest comments and concerns; inform immediate supervisor and apply corrective measures when necessary
• Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the outlet are met
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness, sanitation, 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 as directed

Who you are:

• High school diploma or general education degree
• State issued food handling certification as required
• Related experience in the culinary or hospitality industry preferred

BENEFITS

We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:

• Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually
• 50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
• 401K matching
• Paid holidays
• Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships

New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provides the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses.

New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for this role.

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