Cook

Cook

The cook accurately and efficiently prepares, portions, cooks, and presents a wide variety of hot and cold food items for multiple meal periods, including breakfast, lunch, and special or catered events. This role supports both day-to-day food service operations and high-volume catering or banquet functions, ensuring consistent quality, taste, and presentation while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and cook a variety of hot and cold food items for breakfast, lunch, and special or catered events.
• Accurately follow recipes and production guidelines to ensure consistent quality, flavor, and presentation of all menu items.
• Perform hot food preparation tasks such as grilling, steaming, sauting, baking, and roasting fish, chicken, meat, and other proteins.
• Perform cold food preparation tasks including mixing, chopping, slicing, and assembling salads, sandwiches, and other cold items.
• Set up, operate, and break down tray lines and service lines to support efficient meal service.
• Use knives and all kitchen equipment safely and effectively for food production and service.
• Support catering and banquet operations by preparing and presenting food for events in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Monitor inventory levels, assist with inventory control, and communicate product needs or shortages as required.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment and ensure all items are properly cleaned, sanitized, and stored.
• Clean and maintain workstations, food preparation areas, and kitchen equipment to meet sanitation and safety standards.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure timely and efficient food production and service.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and adhere to all food safety, sanitation, and workplace policies.
• Assist with general kitchen duties as needed, including restocking, organizing, and supporting other team members during peak periods.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to perform both hot and cold food preparation, including cooking fish, chicken, and meat.
• Strong knife skills with the ability to chop, slice, and portion ingredients safely and efficiently.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
• Experience using a variety of kitchen equipment, including grills, steamers, ovens, and other cooking tools.
• Demonstrated capability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Experience with catering or banquet cooking and high-volume food production.
• Ability to perform dishwashing duties and maintain clean workstations and equipment.
• Basic inventory control skills, including monitoring stock and assisting with product rotation.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with kitchen staff.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to food safety and sanitation standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality, food production, or similar culinary environments.
• Experience working on tray lines or in institutional or large-scale food service settings.
• Flexibility to support a variety of tasks, including line cooking, prep work, dishwashing, and catering support.
• Comfort working in a unionized environment and following established procedures and guidelines.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, unionized workplace that offers clear opportunities for growth and advancement. After completing a set number of hours, you can transition from contract to hire and become eligible for promotion-based pay increases. The environment values teamwork, consistency, and professional development, giving you the chance to build your culinary skills while contributing to a well-organized and supportive kitchen operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a professional kitchen environment that supports daily meal service and large-scale catered or banquet events. Standard shifts include a 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. schedule, with additional requirements during football weeks when games may require 1012-hour shifts. There is also an available shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The kitchen operates at a fast pace and uses a full range of commercial cooking equipment, including grills, steamers, ovens, and dishwashing machines. Team members work closely together in a structured, union environment, with an emphasis on cleanliness, safety, and efficient food production. Appropriate kitchen attire, including non-slip footwear and protective gear as required, is expected to ensure a safe and professional workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.25 - $17.10/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.