Prep Cook - High-Volume Kitchen, Flexible Hours

Mambo Seafood Restaurants; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Available

Meal discounts

Flexible hours

Training and Development

Professional work environment

Job summary

Mambo Seafood is a high-volume iconic Houston restaurant brand seeking a Prep Cook to assist the Cook in preparing a variety of menu items and to keep pace with busy service. You will follow the company recipes, maintain cleanliness, and help with opening and closing side work.

The role supports a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with opportunities for training and development. The position requires a GED/HS diploma, at least 17 years old, and a Food Handler Certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Ability to speak, write and read simple English.
• Food Handler Certificate required.
• Spanish-speaking is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a professional and welcoming attitude.
• Adheres to Company food quality and food safety policies.
• Prepares, washes, peels, and cuts various foods.
• Adheres to the Company’s food production chart for batching, processing and portion prep.
• Weighs or measures ingredients according to the Company’s recipes.
• Stores food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Maintains cleanliness of food preparation areas, including all work surfaces and equipment, in accordance with Company food-handling practices.
• Ensures freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, tracking shelf life and rotating stock.
• Completes all opening and closing side work related to job duties and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

English literacy

Food safety awareness

Basic math

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Mambo Seafood is a high-volume iconic Houston restaurant brand seeking a Prep Cook to assist the Cook in preparing a variety of menu items and to keep pace with busy service. You will follow the company recipes, maintain cleanliness, and help with opening and closing side work.

The role supports a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with opportunities for training and development. The position requires a GED/HS diploma, at least 17 years old, and a Food Handler Certificate.