Line Cook I

Laredocc; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Performance Bonus - Tiered Scale

Paid Vacation with rollover or payout

Sick, Family and Personal Time Off

Uniforms provided by the Club

Job summary

Laredo Country Club is seeking a Line Cook 1 to join our kitchen team in Laredo, TX. The role requires advanced culinary skills and the ability to work independently, supporting the Sous Chef and guiding junior staff.

The position emphasizes precision, consistency, and high-quality dish preparation, with opportunities to lead sections and contribute to a collaborative kitchen culture. Applicants should bring strong teamwork and a commitment to food excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure during busy service hours.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Food Handler's Certificate (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Culinary degree or formal training is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality dishes with precision and consistency.
• Lead sections of the kitchen and train junior staff.
• Support the Sous Chef and act in supervisory role when needed.
• Ensure kitchen operations run smoothly during service.

Skills

Cooking experience

Culinary techniques

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Education

Food Handler's Certificate

Culinary degree (not required)

Job description

Line Cook 1

Club Mission

"The premier private club experience, Laredo Country Club provides a family-oriented social setting devoted to promoting exceptional sport, dining, social and recreational member experiences. Our club is the place to be in Laredo with a warm friendly atmosphere for our family of members and staff."

Club Vision

"Our Family's Second Home"

Employee Mission

"To empower our family of employees through fostering a positive environment, we will provide the most vibrant atmosphere with quality amenities as the premier country club in South Texas, while enhancing the club experience by always striving for excellent service."

Position Description

The Line Cook 1 position is a senior-level line cook responsible for preparing high-quality dishes with precision and consistency. This role requires advanced culinary skills, deep knowledge of kitchen operations, and the ability to work independently. Cook 1 serves as a key support to the Sous Chef, often leading sections of the kitchen and helping to train junior staff. They are typically one step below a kitchen supervisor and may act in a supervisory role when needed.

Cook 1 is a senior-level line cook responsible for preparing high-quality dishes with precision and consistency. This role requires advanced culinary skills, deep knowledge of kitchen operations, and the ability to work independently. Cook 1 serves as a key support to the Sous Chef, often leading sections of the kitchen and helping to train junior staff. They are typically one step below a kitchen supervisor and may act in a supervisory role when needed.

Position Requirements

• 3+ years of professional cooking experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure during busy service hours.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to food quality.
• Food Handler's Certificate (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Culinary degree or formal training is a plus but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive rate
• Performance Bonus - Tiered Scale
• Paid Vacation with rollover or payout
• Sick, Family and Personal Time Off
• Uniforms provided by the Club

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionara al gobierno federal la informacion de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted esta autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Los empleadores solo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9.