Café & Bakery Cook — Breakfast & Lunch, Fast-Paced Kitchen

Katychamber; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rustika Cafe & Bakery in Katy is seeking a dependable Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality breakfast and lunch items, including sandwiches, soups, and salads, while upholding our standards for quality, consistency, and food safety.

The role requires 2+ years in a café/ bakery/ restaurant, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail, and teamwork. You’ll set up stations, prep ingredients, and help maintain cleanliness and organization during

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience preferred in a café, bakery, or restaurant environment.
• Experience preparing breakfast and lunch menu items is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail and food presentation.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items including breakfast dishes, sandwiches, soups, salads, and light café meals.
• Follow Rustika Cafe & Bakery recipes, portion sizes, and plating standards.
• Set up and stock kitchen stations before service.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, and portioning.
• Cook food using various methods such as grilling, sautéing, baking, and assembling.
• Ensure orders are prepared accurately and in a timely manner during busy service periods.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Properly store and label ingredients and food items.
• Assist with daily prep, inventory awareness, and kitchen closing procedures.
• Work collaboratively with team members to maintain smooth kitchen operations.

Job description

Rustika Cafe & Bakery in Katy is seeking a dependable Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare high-quality breakfast and lunch items, including sandwiches, soups, and salads, while upholding our standards for quality, consistency, and food safety.

The role requires 2+ years in a café/ bakery/ restaurant, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, strong attention to detail, and teamwork. You’ll set up stations, prep ingredients, and help maintain cleanliness and organization during