Prep Cook

Albert Hotel; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 3 weeks paid time off

50% off at New Waterloo restaurants

401K matching

Paid holidays

Discounts at shops, hotels + local

Job summary

Albert Hotel in Fredericksburg, TX seeks a Prep Cook to support our four on-site culinary outlets. You will inspect areas for safety, prepare and cook dishes, and cater to guests with dietary needs in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

The role emphasizes sanitation, proper food storage, and accurate portioning while maintaining high-quality presentation across all menus.

Qualifications

• State-issued food handling certification required.
• Related experience in culinary or hospitality preferred.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary practices.
• Prepare, season, and cook dishes promptly and consistently per recipes.
• Accommodate guests with allergies or dietary restrictions.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitization of work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes.
• Store food properly to prevent spoilage and keep storage areas organized.
• Transport food supplies and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
• Assist restocking and replenishment of supplies as needed.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients following recipes and using kitchen tools.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish dishes and monitor oven temperatures.

Skills

Food handling certification

Culinary/hospitality experience

Job description

Description

ALBERT HOTEL is hiring for a PREP COOK at Keidel's Pharmacy

An urban oasis, tucked away off of Main Street in the heart of Fredericksburg, TX, Albert Hotel offers a peaceful yet sophisticated luxury experience in Texas's famed Hill Country. Opened in January 2025, the property features 105 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and suites, along with uniquely designed bunk rooms and a private house with custom furnishings, locally-curated amenities, and thoughtful touches.

With the guest experience in mind, Albert's elevated amenities include a sunken limestone pool featuring an outdoor bar and cabanas, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a 2,000-square-foot full-service spa. Additionally, the property is home to four on-site culinary outlets, including The Wellhouse and Junebug’s BBQ.

Albert boasts 3,600-square-foot of semi-open air event space, a 1,200-square-foot mezzanine deck, and an expansive event lawn, making it a prime destination for weddings, private events, and intimate gatherings.

What you'll do:

• 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

Who you are:

• You have state-issued food handling certification as required.
• You have related experience in the culinary or hospitality industry preferred.
• You must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace.
• You are ableto read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• You are able to speak effectively before guests and groups of co-workers.
• You are able to apply concepts of math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

BENEFITS

We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:

• Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually
• 50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
• 401K matching
• Paid holidays
• Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships

New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provides the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses.

New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for this role.

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