Seasonal AM Prep Cook / Porter

LA COLOMBE DOR HOTEL & RESTAURANT; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

La Colombe d’Or Hotel is seeking a reliable Seasonal AM Prep Cook / Porter to join our culinary team. This hands-on morning position combines culinary prep with porter duties in a chef-driven boutique hotel kitchen.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, stays organized, and understands the importance of strong preparation and a clean kitchen. Previous kitchen experience and a strong work ethic are valued as you support the culinary team for service.

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience preferred.
• Basic knife and food preparation skills.
• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Clean, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Able to follow recipes and direction.
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Morning, weekend, and holiday availability as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily prep lists and assigned production.
• Vegetable and herb preparation, portioning, and basic knife work.
• Assist with sauces, dressings, stocks, garnishes, and other mise en place.
• Follow recipes and portion standards consistently.
• Receive, organize, and properly store deliveries.
• Maintain walk-ins, dry storage, and prep areas.
• Label, date, rotate, and properly store products using FIFO.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift.
• Assist with dishes, pots, pans, smallwares, and general porter duties as needed.
• Remove trash, recycling, and cardboard and maintain BOH cleanliness.
• Assist the culinary team wherever needed to prepare for service.

Skills

Knife skills

Food prep

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Lift 50 lbs

Morning availability

Weekend/holiday availability

Job description

La Colombe d’Or Hotel is seeking a reliable and hardworking Seasonal AM Prep Cook / Porter to join our culinary team.

We are a chef-driven boutique hotel looking for someone who takes pride in their work, stays organized, and understands the importance of strong preparation and a clean kitchen. This is a hands‑on morning position combining culinary prep with general kitchen and porter responsibilities.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in a professional, quality-driven kitchen while working alongside an experienced culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily prep lists and assigned production

• Vegetable and herb preparation, portioning, and basic knife work

• Assist with sauces, dressings, stocks, garnishes, and other mise en place

• Follow recipes and portion standards consistently

• Receive, organize, and properly store deliveries

• Maintain walk-ins, dry storage, and prep areas

• Label, date, rotate, and properly store products using FIFO

• Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift

• Assist with dishes, pots, pans, smallwares, and general porter duties as needed

• Remove trash, recycling, and cardboard and maintain BOH cleanliness

• Assist the culinary team wherever needed to prepare for service

What We’re Looking For

• Previous professional kitchen experience preferred

• Basic knife and food preparation skills

• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency

• Dependable and punctual

• Clean, organized, and detail-oriented

• Able to follow recipes and direction

• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to help wherever needed

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on your feet for extended periods

• Morning, weekend, and holiday availability as needed

About the Position

This is a seasonal AM position supporting the culinary operation at La Colombe d’Or Hotel. We are looking for someone who understands that great service begins with great preparation.

If you are dependable, enjoy working with food, take pride in keeping a clean and organized kitchen, and want to be part of a chef-driven boutique hotel culinary team, we would like to hear from you.