Line Cook Prep Cook

Epicure Café; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Schedules

Growth Opportunities

Pharmacy Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Free movies at Star Cinema Grill

Job summary

Epicure Café in Houston's River Oaks district is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen. You will prep, cook, and plate dishes across stations, ensuring quality and timeliness while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

You will collaborate with a supportive team, follow elevated recipes, and uphold safety standards to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a welcoming, neighborhood setting.

Qualifications

• Handle high volume shifts efficiently and effectively.
• Aptitude for multi-tasking in a busy kitchen.
• Accurate and fast execution of tasks.
• Familiar with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces).
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Follow executive or sous chef’s instructions.
• Clean up station and manage leftovers.
• Stock inventory appropriately.
• Ensure food comes out high quality, timely, and matches orders.
• Comply with safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Food safety knowledge

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Company Overview

Culinary Khancepts is a Houston-based, multi-concept hospitality and entertainment group featuring a diverse portfolio of restaurants, cinemas, and iconic local destinations. Our concepts include State Fare Kitchen & Bar, Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, The Audrey, Reel Luxury Cinemas, Epicure Café, Leo’s, the Historic River Oaks Theatre, Mayahuel, Star Cinema Grill, Hollywood Palms, and River Oaks Pharmacy.

Why Work With Us?

At Culinary Khancepts, our Team Members are at the heart of every experience we create. We foster a collaborative, fast-paced environment where individuals are encouraged to grow, develop their skills, and take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality.

At Epicure Café, warm hospitality and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere come together in the heart of River Oaks. From casual dining and social gatherings to business meetings and everyday favorites, Epicure Café offers an inviting setting where Team Members can build genuine connections and help create memorable experiences for every guest.

Job Summary

A line cook plates dishes and completes basic food prepping tasks for a restaurant. Their main duties include preparing and cooking food in a specific station, cleaning up prep areas, and making sure the kitchen is stocked. We are looking for dedicated team members who want to grow with an incredible company.

Responsibilities

Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies

Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)

Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff

Answer, report, and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions

Clean up station and take care of leftover food

Stock inventory appropriately

Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality, and in a timely fashion

Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards

Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Qualifications

Handle high volume shifts efficiently and effectively

Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures

Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks

Familiar with industry’s best practices

Certified in Food Safety

Aptitude for multi - tasking

Able to stand for extended periods of time and lift a minimum of 25 lbs

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Pay

Flexible Schedules

Growth Opportunities

Pharmacy Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Free movies at Star Cinema Grill