Cook

Luby's Restaurant Company; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Half-price meals

Optional dental plan

Optional vision plan

Optional medical insurance

Prescription discount program

Paid vacation

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Bi-weekly payday

Job summary

Luby's Restaurant Company is hiring team members for various cook positions including Range Cook, Grill Cook, and Fry Cook in Pharr, Texas. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be part of a dedicated team, and enjoy culinary growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include preparing and cooking menu items, stock management, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Benefits include flexible schedules, competitive wages, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience is preferred, but is not required—training will be provided.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Will need to be certified on specific equipment after hiring.

Responsibilities

• Receive and stock inventory, prepare, cook and assemble orders.
• Keep the kitchen clean and organized.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Ability to follow recipes

Tools

Band Saw

Buffalo Chopper

Meat Tenderizer

Mixer

Potato Peeler

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for team members that enjoy and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Luby's is known for its made‑from‑scratch menu. Working at Luby's as a Cook or in Food Production, you will acquire great culinary skills. Luby's offers positions as a Range Cook, Grill Cook, Fry Cook, Butcher, Salad & Vegetable Prep, and Pastry Prep. In this role you will receive and stock inventory, prepare, cook and assemble orders, keep the kitchen clean and organized, and maintain food safety and quality standards by following standard operating procedures. At Luby's we offer growth and career opportunities for positions such as Certified Trainer, Shift Leader, and Management.

Company Overview

For over 65 years, Luby's has forged a unique relationship with its customers. The emotional connection Luby's has with its diners is unlike any other restaurant company in America. Luby's success is due, in part, to consistently serving good food at reasonable prices. Another and no less important ingredient to that success is the understanding that meals can provide more than just nourishment; they can be memorable times that add warmth and meaning to all of our lives.

Requirements

• Previous experience is preferred, but is not required—training will be provided.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read and follow recipes to maintain consistency and high‑quality menu items.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Open to varied work schedules and hours depending on the restaurant’s needs.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for several hours and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be a team player.
• Will need to be certified on specific equipment such as a Band Saw, Buffalo Chopper, Meat Tenderizer, Mixer, and Potato Peeler after hiring.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Half‑price meals
• Optional dental plan
• Optional vision plan
• Optional medical insurance plan with life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance (AD&D)
• Prescription discount program
• Paid vacation
• Flexible schedules
• Advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Paid training
• Bi‑weekly payday