Gourmet Line Cook – Airline & Corporate Catering

Abby's Catering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Abby’s Catering in Houston is seeking a Line Cook to support daily production in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will prepare, cook, and present meals to exacting standards, while ensuring food safety and proper documentation.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of hands-on experience, a valid ServSafe certificate, HACCP knowledge, and the ability to work weekends and holidays in a demanding airline/corporate catering environment. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on Line Cook experience in a high-volume, complex operation.
• Valid Food Protection Manager Certificate (e.g., ServSafe).
• Working knowledge of HACCP, food safety programs, and industry standards.
• Bilingual English/Spanish (verbal communication).
• Airline catering industry experience preferred.
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and specifications precisely, using proper tools.
• Complete daily food safety documentation accurately.
• Support production and meet Kitchen Ready Times.
• Prepare, cook, and present meals to specification.
• Break down and trim proteins as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized storage areas and ensure proper product rotation.
• Minimize waste and overproduction.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Apply HACCP cooling procedures correctly.
• Communicate effectively with team and management.

Skills

Culinary skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Food Protection Manager Certification (ServSafe)

Job description

Abby’s Catering in Houston is seeking a Line Cook to support daily production in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will prepare, cook, and present meals to exacting standards, while ensuring food safety and proper documentation.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of hands-on experience, a valid ServSafe certificate, HACCP knowledge, and the ability to work weekends and holidays in a demanding airline/corporate catering environment. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.