Cook

Red Lobster, Inc.; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision options

Life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Discounted shift meals

25% dining discount

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player in the restaurant sector is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their vibrant team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in the culinary arts, where you will be responsible for preparing and cooking delicious meals while ensuring food safety and quality. With a commitment to providing a welcoming workplace, this company values teamwork and offers flexible scheduling, competitive wages, and various benefits. Join a passionate team that prides itself on creating memorable dining experiences and fostering career growth in a supportive environment. If you have a love for food and a desire to grow, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Culinary experience preferred with a focus on food safety and quality.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and stocking prep and line stations efficiently.
• Prepping, seasoning, and cooking food according to specifications.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area.

Skills

Culinary experience

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Why You Want to Work Here:

• We offer weekly pay and competitive wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week
• Life insurance, short-term disability and voluntary benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after 1 year of service
• Anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements)
• Discounted shift meals and a 25% discount when dining as a guest
• Opportunities - we train and provide career opportunities so you can advance and grow

Who We Are:

It all began with a single family-owned restaurant and the vision to give people something special: a connection to seafood and the coast. Over fifty years later, every seat in our over 500 restaurant family is an extension of that founding passion. We proudly set the table for our guests' favorite meals and moments because we are more than just a place to eat and work. We are part of the communities we serve, and this is where new friends become familiar faces.

Your responsibilities as a Cook will include, but are not limited to:

• Setting up and stocking prep and line stations
• Cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils
• Checking the quality and freshness of ingredients
• Prepping, seasoning, and cooking food according to recipes, quantity calls, and specification while maintaining portion control systems
• Inspecting food preparation and serving areas, tools, and equipment to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Substituting for or assisting other cooks and kitchen positions during peak business periods

What it Takes to Succeed (Physical Job Requirements)

• Must meet the minimum age requirement and be authorized to work in the country you are applying
• Culinary experience preferred
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 60 pounds safely
• Ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 - 12 hour shift
• Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

BIG plans are on the horizon for Red Lobster. Our team and restaurants are great today, but our future is even better. There is no better time than now to be a part of the Red Lobster Family!

***We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer who provides a welcoming workplace for everyone. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status***