Cook (44549)

M Crowd Restaurant Group; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Interview on the Spot

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay and annual reviews

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Free company-provided shirts or chefCo

Paid training

Free employee meal during work

Dining discounts at company-owned 餐

Annual employee appreciation event

Career development

Fast-track career path into management

Fun place to work with diverse team

Company culture of familia and respect

Discounts on theme parks, movie Thea…

Job summary

Mi Cocina Rockwall in Rockwall, TX is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing meats, seafood, vegetables and other hot items, portioning, plating, and ensuring consistency with brand standards. You will work with a fast-paced kitchen to maintain high quality and flavor across the menu.

This role requires 18+ years of age, willingness to learn, clear communication with staff, and authorization to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Some experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred, but willingness to learn necessary skills.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure smooth service.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Properly handles, stores, and rotates products in accordance with company standards.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off‑peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly, follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations, and assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef, manager or director.

Skills

Cooking

Communication

Teamwork

Work authorization

Job description

Job Location: Mi Cocina Rockwall - Rockwall, TX 75087

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service

Summary of Cook Position

The Cook is responsible for accurately and efficiently preparing and cooking meat, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot food items. This role includes portioning ingredients, preparing food products prior to cooking, assisting with final plate assembly, and ensuring each dish is plated and garnished according to brand standards. The position is essential in maintaining consistent quality, presentation, and flavor across all menu items.

Licensing Requirements

• Valid Food Handlers Certification

Duties & Responsibilities

• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure smooth service.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Properly handles, stores, and rotates products in accordance with company standards.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off‑peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly, follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations, and assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef, manager or director.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Skilled in cooking, portioning, and preparing a variety of menu items.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to plate and garnish dishes to standard.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Team‑oriented and able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Some experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred, but willingness to learn necessary skills.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Expected to keep work location a safe and healthy work environment. Utilize basic safety measures to keep the work environment safe. Report any safety concerns to your supervisor. Where safety rules or best practices require protective clothing, gloves, shoes or equipment, employees must wear and use them.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, and lift and carry up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, hot (kitchen) and cold (walk‑ins).

Safety & Sanitation Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize hands after removing trash, eating, drinking, using the bathroom, touching own face or hair, or handling food prep.
• Team members are required to use cut‑resistant gloves when using a knife for cutting food or prepping fruit and vegetables.

What We Offer

• Interview on the Spot
• Flexible schedules, full‑time or part‑time
• Competitive pay and annual reviews with merit increase potential
• Tuition assistance
• Paid vacation
• Health insurance
• Free company‑provided shirts or chef coats
• Paid training
• Free employee meal during work
• Generous dining discounts at company‑owned restaurants
• Annual employee appreciation event
• Career development
• Fast‑track career path opportunities into management
• Fun place to work with exceptional and diverse team members
• An amazing company culture of familia and respect
• Discounts on items such as theme parks, movie theaters, live shows, etc.

Disclaimer

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity

M Crowd Restaurant Group is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY employer. Candidates are considered for employment with M Crowd Restaurant Group without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, veteran status (specifically status as a disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Vietnam Era veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or other protected veteran) or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.