Job Title: Prep Cook
Location: Rita's on the River, San Antonio, TX
Hours: Full-time or Part-time (Closed on Sundays)
Overview:
Rita's on the River is seeking experienced and passionate Prep Cooks to join our culinary team! As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality Tex-Mex dishes while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. You will play a key role in ensuring our guests have an exceptional dining experience in our vibrant restaurant on the River Walk.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare foods, and cook menu items according to Rita’s recipes, portion standards, and quality guidelines.
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Ensure that all food is made to recipes and strong understanding of portions needed for dishes.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized workstation throughout the shift.
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Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
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Properly handle, store, and rotate food items to maintain freshness and quality.
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Follow all safety and sanitation policies in accordance with health regulations and company standards.
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Assist with washing, peeling, chopping, labeling, stocking, vegetables, meats, and sides.
- Communicate effectively with the front-of-house staff to ensure accuracy and guest satisfaction.
Qualifications:
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Previous experience as a line cook in a fast-paced kitchen is preferred.
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Understanding of need to do repetitive tasks for bulk work for
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and multitask in a busy kitchen environment.
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Ability to read & follow recipes, prep lists, and instructions accurately.
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Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
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Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
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Must have a Food Handler's Certification (or be willing to obtain it).
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Availability to work Monday through Saturday (Rita's is closed on Sundays).
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Experience with Tex-Mex cuisine is a plus.
Benefits:
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Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
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Employee discounts on food and beverages.
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Flexible scheduling.
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Opportunity to work in a lively, high-energy kitchen on the San Antonio River Walk.
If you’re passionate about cooking and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to have you on our team at Rita’s on the River!
