Cook

Dandelion Cafe; Bellaire (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dandelion Cafe at Rice University is hiring an experienced cook to join our team. This hands-on kitchen role requires reliable, punctual individuals who can work Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., in a fast-paced café setting.

You will prepare items per our recipes, maintain a clean, stocked station, and communicate clearly with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service and quality food for breakfast, lunch, and café guests.

Qualifications

• Previous professional cooking experience is required.
• Available to work the full posted schedule consistently and arrive on time.
• Breakfast, lunch, or café experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portions, and presentation standards.
• Keep your station stocked, clean, and organized while following food safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly with the team to keep orders accurate and moving efficiently.
• Complete assigned prep, cleaning, and end-of-shift duties, and support the kitchen as needed.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Punctuality

Communication

Job description

Cook – Dandelion Cafe Rice University

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Location: Dandelion Cafe at Rice University

Dandelion Café is hiring an experienced, reliable cook to join our Rice University team! We are looking for someone who takes pride in preparing great food, works well with others, and understands that showing up on time and ready to work matters.

This is a hands‑on kitchen position. You should be comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment, keeping your station organized, and helping your teammates deliver consistent, high‑quality food.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Dandelion Cafe’s recipes, portions, and presentation standards.
• Keep your station stocked, clean, and organized while following food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Communicate clearly with the team to keep orders accurate and moving efficiently.
• Complete assigned prep, cleaning, and end‑of‑shift duties, and step in where needed to support the kitchen.

What We’re Looking For

Previous professional cooking experience is required. You must be available to work the full posted schedule consistently and arrive on time, prepared for your shift.

Our ideal candidate is dependable, works with a sense of urgency, takes direction well, and brings a positive, team‑first attitude. Breakfast, lunch, or café experience is a plus.

Join Our Team

At Dandelion Cafe, our mission is “Creating community through Good Food, Great Coffee, and Awesome Hospitality!” That starts with a kitchen team that cares about the food we serve and the people we work alongside.