Prep Cook — Fast-Paced Scratch Kitchen, Growth

J. Alexander's Holdings, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with Company Match

Opportunity for upward growth

Job summary

J. Alexander's Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Prep Cook for our contemporary American restaurant in Houston. You will work in a fast-paced, scratch kitchen, executing recipes with attention to presentation and quality.

Open-kitchen layout and strong teamwork are essential as you coordinate with expo and management to maintain clean stations and uphold sanitation standards. Prior kitchen experience is preferred but not required; 18+ age is required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age to operate kitchen equipment.
• Previous kitchen experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience and knowledge of kitchen equipment including knives, slicer, mixer, stoves and ovens.
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts.

Responsibilities

• Our restaurants operate professional, fast-paced, scratch kitchens. We hire line and prep cooks who understand high expectations for food presentation and execution.
• Coordination of designated positions requires strong communication and teamwork with other employees, including assembler, expo, and all members of management.
• This position is responsible for the execution of proper food recipes and following company specifications while maintaining a clean station and workspace.
• Proper sanitation protocols must be followed. Responsibilities also include opening duties and closing cleaning duties.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Food preparation

Teamwork

Tools

Knives

Slicer

Mixer

Stoves

Ovens

Job description

J. Alexander's Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Prep Cook for our contemporary American restaurant in Houston. You will work in a fast-paced, scratch kitchen, executing recipes with attention to presentation and quality.

Open-kitchen layout and strong teamwork are essential as you coordinate with expo and management to maintain clean stations and uphold sanitation standards. Prior kitchen experience is preferred but not required; 18+ age is required.