Line Cook

Homebase, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cruzteca Mexican Kitchen is seeking a dependable Line Cook to join a fast-paced kitchen team. You will follow Cruzteca recipes, maintain clean stations, and work efficiently to ensure high-quality dishes and timely service.

Candidates should have prior line cook experience, be able to work grill/sauté/fryer/expo stations, and demonstrate strong knife skills and food safety awareness. Availability nights/weekends is required, with a collaborative team mindset.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Experience working grill, sauté, fryer, and/or expo stations.
• Strong knife skills and efficient food preparation techniques.
• Ability to accurately read and follow recipes.
• Understanding of proper food temperatures, sanitation, and kitchen safety.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining speed, consistency, and quality.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to stand for 8–10 hours and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Food Handler Certification
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Cruzteca recipes and presentation standards.
• Read, understand, and accurately follow recipes and prep sheets
• Read, understand and accurately follow tickets / food orders.
• Set up and stock your station before each shift.
• Maintain speed, consistency, and quality during busy service.
• Keep your station clean, organized, and food-safe throughout the shift.
• Rotate and label products using FIFO (First In, First Out).
• Assist with prep work, cleaning, and closing duties.
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Line cook experience

Grill station

Sauté station

Fryer station

Expo station

Knife skills

Read recipes

Food safety

Multitask

Attendance

Stand 8-10 hours

Lift 50 pounds

Food Handler Certification

Flexible availability

Teamwork

Job description

Line Cook – Cruzteca Mexican Kitchen

Job Summary

Cruzteca is looking for a dependable, hardworking Line Cook who takes pride in preparing high-quality food in a fast-paced kitchen. The ideal candidate follows recipes, works efficiently, maintains a clean station, and works well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Cruzteca recipes and presentation standards.
• Read, understand, and accurately follow recipes and prep sheets
• Read, understand and accurately follow tickets / food orders.
• Set up and stock your station before each shift.
• Maintain speed, consistency, and quality during busy service.
• Keep your station clean, organized, and food-safe throughout the shift.
• Rotate and label products using FIFO (First In, First Out).
• Assist with prep work, cleaning, and closing duties.
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service.

Requirements

• Previous line cook experience in a fast-paced restaurant.
• Experience working grill, sauté, fryer, and/or expo stations.
• Strong knife skills and efficient food preparation techniques.
• Ability to accurately read and follow recipes.
• Understanding of proper food temperatures, sanitation, and kitchen safety.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining speed, consistency, and quality.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to stand for 8–10 hours and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Food Handler Certification
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to teamwork.