Commissary Cook

Kids for the Future; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Complimentary parking

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Commissary Line Cook in Austin, TX to support high-volume food production and ensure quality across stations. You will master both hot and cold lines, manage daily prep, and execute our wellness-focused menu with accuracy.

The role requires at least 1+ year in a busy kitchen, a valid Food Handlers Certification, and strong organizational skills. Competitive pay and parking are provided on-site.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen or production environment.
• A valid Food Handlers Certification is required (must be obtained before start date).
• Highly organized with a proven ability to multitask efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• As a Commissary Line Cook, you will be the backbone of our food production, ensuring consistency, quality, and safety across all stations.
• Station Mastery: Execute and rotate through both hot and cold stations with precision.
• High-Volume Prep: Manage daily and weekly prep schedules to ensure the kitchen is fully stocked and prepared for high-volume demands.
• Menu Execution: Learn, understand, and flawlessly execute our wellness-focused menu offerings.
• Menu Knowledge: Maintain a thorough knowledge of the food menu to act as a resource for the wider team.
• Kitchen Operations: Perform essential opening and closing side work to keep the facility running smoothly.

Skills

Multitasking under pressure

High-volume kitchen experience

Food handlers certification

Wellness-focused cuisine

Team player

Job description

• Location 7601 N LAMAR BLVD,Austin, TX, 78752,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 - $23.00 / Hour
• Job Category Culinary, BOH

Description

About Us

Our mission goes far beyond delivering healthy and tasty meals to our guests. We are a purpose-driven organization, dedicated to and passionate about delivering nourishment, quite simply, at its very best. Whether it is sourcing the highest quality ingredients, constantly innovating our menu, or taking care of our guests and team members like family, we are relentless in our commitment to providing an unmatched dining experience of the highest level.

Commissary Kitchen Location:

7601 N LAMAR BLVD
AUSTIN TX 78752-1026

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Complimentary parking

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for a special sort of person to join our team. We need high-caliber, motivated culinary professionals who are equally passionate about health and wellness as they are about execution and team collaboration.

If you love the energy of a high-volume kitchen but want to be part of a culture that values community, kindness, and growth, you’ll fit right in.

What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities)

• As a Commissary Line Cook, you will be the backbone of our food production, ensuring consistency, quality, and safety across all stations.
• Station Mastery: Execute and rotate through both hot and cold stations with precision.
• High-Volume Prep: Manage daily and weekly prep schedules to ensure the kitchen is fully stocked and prepared for high-volume demands.
• Menu Execution: Learn, understand, and flawlessly execute our wellness-focused menu offerings.
• Menu Knowledge: Maintain a thorough knowledge of the food menu to act as a resource and answer questions for the wider team.
• Kitchen Operations: Perform essential opening and closing side work to keep the facility running smoothly.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure your workstation complies with all local health codes and food safety standards at all times.

Being Part of This Team

• We build communities, not just staff shifts. To thrive here, you should be:
• A Team Player: You live in the “We” and not always the “I or Me.” When the kitchen gets in the weeds, you are ready to jump in and help clear a path.
• Growth-Minded: Dedicated to continuous learning, comfortable receiving constructive feedback, and brave enough to deliver it.
• Innovative & Adaptable: Not afraid of change, menu evolution, or culinary innovation.
• Accountable: You take personal responsibility for your station and never just "leave it to others."
• Kind: You have a genuine care for others, an accommodating attitude, and you say "thank you" a lot.

What You Should Have (Requirements)

• Experience: 1+ years of experience in a high-volume kitchen or production environment.
• Certification: A valid Food Handlers Certification is required (must be obtained before your start date).
• Skills: Highly organized with a proven ability to multitask efficiently under pressure.
• Passion: A genuine interest in wellness-focused cuisine.