Line Cook III (Entry Level)

Laredocc; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rate

Performance Bonus - Tiered Scale

Paid Vacation with rollover or payout

Sick and Personal Time Off

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Laredocc in Laredo, Texas, is seeking a Line Cook III (Entry Level) to support daily culinary operations. This role is ideal for those beginning their culinary careers, helping with food preparation and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen.

Responsibilities include assisting in preparing menu items, following recipes, and learning cooking techniques. Candidates should have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include competitive pay, paid vacation, and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to learn and maintain a positive attitude.
• Experience in a kitchen setting is preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation for menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness of workstations.
• Follow standardized recipes accurately.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong work ethic

Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Culinary education

Job description

Line Cook III (Entry Level)

The Cook III is an entry-level culinary position designed for individuals beginning their professional cooking career. This role supports the culinary team in daily production, preparation, organization, and sanitation while developing foundational cooking skills under the guidance of senior cooks and chefs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of basic menu items, sauces, vegetables, proteins, and side dishes.
• Follow standardized recipes and production sheets accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and storage areas.
• Support daily service preparation and plate dishes according to established standards.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing deliveries.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Learn cooking techniques and kitchen procedures through hands‑on training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Culinary education is a plus but not required.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not necessary.
• Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and positive attitude.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• Food Safety Certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach.
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds.
• Continuous repetitive motions.
• Work in hot, humid and noisy environment.
• Flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive rate
• Performance Bonus - Tiered Scale
• Paid Vacation with rollover or payout
• Sick 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.