Prep Cook

Escuelafarm; Austin (TX); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible scheduling

Competitive pay

Career growth

Family meals

Off-shift discounts

Food handler reimbursement

Health insurance

Résumé du poste

Escuela, a farm-to-table dining experience in Oak Hill, Austin, seeks a Prep Cook to join our high-volume kitchen. You will work with live wood fire techniques and teamwork to deliver exceptional dishes.

Ideal candidates have prep cook or food service experience, ability to use professional-grade equipment, strong organization and communication, and a commitment to food safety while lifting up to 40 pounds. Texas Food Handlers certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, prep cook, or food service experience is preferred.
• Ability to use professional-grade kitchen equipment and basic knife skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Texas Food Handlers Certification.

Responsabilités

• Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment.
• Prepping raw products.
• Quality control of high-volume cookery.
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary.
• Follow all food safety regulations.
• Participate in daily kitchen opening or closing procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by our chef team.

Connaissances

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Description du poste

About us...

At Escuela, we offer a unique dining experience rooted in fresh, locally sourced ingredients, exceptional service, and a deep connection to place. We use regenerative and organic practices on our five-acre farm to source our ingredients for our food and beverage menus a true farm to table experience. Set in a beautifully restored 100+ year old schoolhouse in the heart of Oak Hill, our restaurant honors the spirit of learning and community that once filled these walls. Today, that legacy continues through true Texas hospitality. We invite our guests to have a table right at our farm to tell them stories about our land, our building, and the people behind each plate. Every team member helps carry this story forward, creating thoughtful, memorable experiences for our guests and community.

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Family meals
• Off-Shift Discounts
• Food Handler Permit Reimbursement
• Health Insurance Available (Full-Time Employees)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Prep Cook to join the team at Escuela! In this position, you will be responsible for cooking at a high volume while showing the ability to prepare food and dishes at the highest level. Our ideal candidate is experienced and committed to creating an excellent experience for our guests, and a drive to excel in a team-driven environment with an array of moving parts. We will be using live wood fire techniques, so prior experience is a plus but not a requirement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up the kitchen with necessary tools and equipment
• Prepping raw product
• Quality control of high-volume cookery
• Maintain appropriate levels of inventory and restock when necessary
• Follow all food safety regulations
• Participate in daily kitchen opening or closing procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by our chef team

Requirements

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, prep cook, or food service experience is preferred.
• Ability to use professional-grade kitchen equipment and basic knife skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Texas Food Handlers Certification.