Line Cook - Richmond, TX

Messina Hof Wine Cellars; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Vision insurance

Referral program

Job summary

Messina Hof Wine Cellars seeks a Line Cook to support the Executive Chef by preparing ingredients, soups, salads, and sauces, and stocking kitchen stations. The role requires adherence to recipes, safe operation of kitchen equipment, and maintaining sanitation standards.

The position involves varying shifts, with opportunities for part-time or full-time engagement, and is based in Richmond, TX, at a winery/kitchen setting. Certifications like TABC and Food Handler are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely operate kitchen equipment and tools.
• Able to read and follow standardized recipes accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness and food rotation to minimize waste.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meal ingredients, washing, peeling, cutting, marinating meats.
• Prepare soups, salads, and sauces as directed by Executive/Sous Chef.
• Stock and set up kitchen stations; ensure surfaces are cleaned and disinfected.
• Plate and garnish items per instructions; assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Kitchen safety

Follow recipes

Food preparation

Reading abilities

Education

TABC certification

Food Handler certification

Job description

Pay Rate: $16.00/HR - $18.00/HRJob Status: Part-time or Full-TimeFLSA Status: Non-ExemptWork Schedule: VariesReports To: General ManagerAmount of Travel Required: N/AMessina Hof Company Overview:Established in 1977, Messina Hof was developed from a family owned and operated vineyard and winery in Bryan, Texas. Messina Hof is dedicated to high quality world-class Texas wine production and genuine hospitality in its winery and resort facilities located in Bryan, Fredericksburg, Grapevine, and Richmond, Texas. Messina Hof’s continued dedication to innovation, excellence, and family traditions is exemplified in its premium wines of distinction and landmark wine country destinations. It has also been continuously named the most awarded winery in Texas. Messina Hof is made up of a team of honest and passionate people of character that desire to be part of a rapidly growing company in an exciting and thriving industry.POSITION SUMMARYAs the Line cook you will prepare food using recipes and menu items created by the Executive Chef and the Sous Chef while keeping the kitchen running smoothly. You should be knowledgeable of various cooking techniques and have a passion for food.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSReasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Essential Functions Statement(s)Assist in preparing meal ingredients, which includes washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing fruits and vegetables as well as marinating meats.Preparing soups, salads, and sauces as instructed by the Executive Chef and Sous Chef.Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stationsEnsure that all cooking stations and kitchen surfaces are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift.Maintain a low amount of waste through proper recipe adherence and food rotationPlate and garnish meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the Executive Chef and Sous Chef.Perform other duties as required including assisting other departments as neededPOSITION QUALIFICATIONSCompetency Statement(s)Ability to use kitchen equipment safelyAbility to read and follow a recipeMust have active TABC and Food Handler certifications at all timesPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Messina Hof Wine Cellars, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offPaid trainingReferral programVision insuranceWork Location: In person