Cook

Workstream; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Willie’s Grill and Ice House in Texas is seeking a highly skilled cook to join a fast-paced kitchen renowned for scratch-made food and friendly service. You will work with a tight-knit, community-driven team dedicated to quality and guest satisfaction.

The role offers opportunities to advance in the food & beverage industry, sharpen knife skills, and master station setup and prep in a high-energy environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 2 years of related cooking experience required.
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills required.
• Food Handler’s Certificate as required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items consistently following recipes and presentation standards.
• Complete all prep work and set up your cooking station efficiently.
• Maintain high product quality and cook time standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of your workstation throughout your shift.
• Follow all company, state, and county sanitation and safety standards.
• Assist team members and respond promptly to guest requests.
• Participate in cleaning duties and complete assigned daily and weekly projects.
• Attend all company meetings and training seminars as required

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Communication

Knife safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Willie's Grill and Ice House - Urgent Hiring for a Highly Skilled Cook!

Are you looking for a fun, fast-paced kitchen environment where your cooking talents can shine? Do you enjoy working as part of a dynamic team that values quality and community spirit?

Join Willie’s Grill & Ice House, a lively and family-friendly Texas Icehouse tradition known for scratch-made food and excellent customer service. As a highly skilled Cook, you’ll be part of a loving team dedicated to delivering the freshest, most delicious meals in a high-energy setting. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your culinary skills and grow in the food & beverage industry while working in a supportive, enthusiastic atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items consistently following recipes and presentation standards
• Complete all prep work and set up your cooking station efficiently
• Maintain high product quality and cook time standards
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of your workstation throughout your shift
• Follow all company, state, and county sanitation and safety standards
• Assist team members and respond promptly to guest requests
• Participate in cleaning duties and complete assigned daily and weekly projects
• Attend all company meetings and training seminars as required

Qualifications & Skills

• 6 months to 2 years of related cooking experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Food Handler’s Certificate as required
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions carefully
• Comfortable using knives and kitchen equipment safely

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift in a busy restaurant environment
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in temperature extremes and wet conditions

Location: Highway 290

Willie’s Grill & Ice House offers careers focused on a high-energy, family-friendly Texas Icehouse tradition. The company promotes a lively, team-oriented workspace built around scratch-made food, excellent customer service, and community entertainment