Line Cook

ESCUELA VIEJA LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Family Meals

Off-Shift Discounts

Food Handler Permit Reimbursement

Health Insurance Available (Full-Time)

Job summary

Escuela Vieja LLC in Oak Hill, Texas, invites a Line Cook to join a high-volume kitchen that will utilize live wood-fire techniques. You will contribute to dishes at the highest level with a team-driven environment and strong emphasis on hospitality.

The role covers menu support, station setup, inventory, food safety, and elegant presentation, with opportunities for growth and a path to career advancement in a farm-to-table setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to use professional-grade kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes.
• Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.
• Open to feedback and the ability to utilize it as a tool.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Texas Food Handlers Certification.

Responsibilities

• Help the chef team create menus according to season.
• Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment.
• Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner.
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary.
• Follow all food safety regulations.
• Participate in daily kitchen opening or closing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by our chef team.

Skills

Food safety

High-volume cooking

Wood-fired cooking

Kitchen equipment

Time-management

Calm under pressure

Feedback oriented

Physical stamina

Texas Food Handlers Certification

Education

Food Handlers Certification

Tools

Professional-grade kitchen appliances

Job description

Description

About Us

At Escuela, we offer a unique dining experience rooted in fresh, locally sourced ingredients, exceptional service, and a deep connection to place. We use regenerative and organic practices on our five-acre farm to source our ingredients for our food and beverage menus a true farm to table experience. Set in a beautifully restored 100+ year old schoolhouse in the heart of Oak Hill, our restaurant honors the spirit of learning and community that once filled these walls. Today, that legacy continues through true Texas hospitality. We invite our guests to have a table right at our farm to tell them stories about our land, our building, and the people behind each plate. Every team member helps carry this story forward, creating thoughtful, memorable experiences for our guests and community.

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Family Meals
• Off-Shift Discounts
• Food Handler Permit Reimbursement
• Health Insurance Available (Full-Time Employees)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Line Cook to join the team at Escuela! In this position, you will be responsible for cooking at a high volume while showing the ability to prepare food and dishes at the highest level. Our ideal candidate is experienced and committed to creating an excellent experience for our guests, and a drive to excel in a team-driven environment with an array of moving parts. We will be using live wood fire techniques, so prior experience is a plus but not a requirement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Help the chef team create menus according to season
• Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment
• Prepare food and present it in an appealing manner
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary
• Follow all food safety regulations
• Participate in daily kitchen opening or closing procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by our chef team

Requirements

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Ability to use professional-grade kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes.
• Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.
• Open to feedback and the ability to utilize it as a tool.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for long periods and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Texas Food Handlers Certification.