Line Cook

Makeready; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO exchange

Health benefits (medical/dental/vision

Maternity/Paternity leave

Pet insurance

401k

Student loan repayment

Job summary

The Greenleigh River Oaks in Houston is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen team. You will prepare and execute dishes with precision, support mise en place, and contribute to high standards of quality and presentation.

This role offers opportunities to grow with Makeready's culture of collaboration, with a comprehensive benefits package including PTO exchange, health benefits, parental leave, pet insurance, 401k, and more.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Line Cook in a high-volume or upscale restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Execute food production in a timely manner during service periods.
• Maintain consistency in quality, portioning, and plating of all dishes.
• Set up and maintain assigned workstation with proper mise en place.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and equipment.
• Assist with prep work, inventory organization, and storage as needed.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth service.
• Perform quality checks on dishes before they are served.
• Support team members and contribute to a positive kitchen environment.

Skills

Line cook experience

High-volume kitchen

Cooking techniques

Attention to detail

Team communication

Evenings/weekends

Job description

The Greenleigh River Oaks - Opening Fall 2026

In a world where natural beauty meets big-city sensibilities, The Greenleigh invites sophisticated travelers and locals to escape to an urban oasis flavored by unexpected creativity. With a coveted location neighboring the charms of River Oaks, and the culture of Uptown's energy, The Greenleigh is the one place that truly celebrates, and elevates, the unexpected nature of Houston.

At The Greenleigh, our culinary experiences are rooted in creativity, quality, and thoughtful execution. The Line Cook plays a key role in bringing the restaurant’s concept to life—preparing and executing dishes with precision, consistency, and attention to detail.

This role is ideal for a passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional food experiences.

Requested Tasks

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, specifications, and presentation standards


• Execute food production in a timely manner during service periods


• Maintain consistency in quality, portioning, and plating of all dishes


• Set up and maintain assigned workstation with proper mise en place


• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations


• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and equipment


• Assist with prep work, inventory organization, and storage as needed


• Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth service


• Perform quality checks on dishes before they are served


• Support team members and contribute to a positive kitchen environment

Requested Capabilities

• Prior experience as a Line Cook, preferably in a high-volume or upscale restaurant


• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations


• Understanding of food safety and sanitation standard


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality


• Ability to follow recipes and execute consistently


• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills


• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays


• Ability to stand and work for extended periods


• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds


• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks


• Ability to safely use kitchen equipment, tools, and knives

As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.

We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.

Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.