Line Cook: Craft Bold Mexican Dishes in a Lively Kitchen

La Condesa; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Discounts at New Waterloo restaurants

401K matching

Paid holidays

Discounts at shops + local partners

Job summary

La Condesa in downtown Austin, TX invites a Line Cook to join our team. You will prepare and cook dishes promptly, follow recipes, and maintain health department standards in a fast-paced, team-driven kitchen.

The role requires state-certified food handling and related hospitality experience. Strong reading and communication skills ensure you meet guest needs and safety requirements in daily operations.

Qualifications

• State-issued food handling certification required.
• Experience in culinary or hospitality preferred.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before guests and groups.

Responsibilities

• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Prepare, season, and cook dishes promptly and consistently, adhering to the outlet’s recipes and procedures
• See to each guest’s special needs, including any noted allergies or dietary restrictions
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper sanitization of work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Assist in the restocking and replenishing of supplies
• Observe and test food to determine if it has been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, temperature checks or piercing them with utensils
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage as directed

Skills

Food handling certification

Culinary/hospitality experience

English proficiency

Reading safety rules

Job description

La Condesa in downtown Austin, TX invites a Line Cook to join our team. You will prepare and cook dishes promptly, follow recipes, and maintain health department standards in a fast-paced, team-driven kitchen.

The role requires state-certified food handling and related hospitality experience. Strong reading and communication skills ensure you meet guest needs and safety requirements in daily operations.