At Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill, we pride ourselves on delivering authentic, mouthwatering Jamaican dishes with every order. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Line Cook to join our dynamic kitchen team and help us maintain our reputation for excellence.
As seen on Food Network's Diners' Drive-Ins and Dives!
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare, cook, and plate high-quality Jamaican dishes in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
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Ensure food is cooked to perfection, with attention to flavor, presentation, and authenticity.
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Follow recipe guidelines and ensure consistency in all dishes.
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Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards.
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Assist with inventory management'
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Work closely with the kitchen team to meet customer demands during peak hours.
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Take pride in every dish you prepare, ensuring it aligns with our high standards.
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Adapt to feedback and adjust quickly in a high-pressure setting.
We offer BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD HEALTH AND DENTAL INSURANCE for full time employees plus paid vacation.
WEEKENDS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL POSITIONS!
Is this you?
- Friendly and energetic
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Like working in a high volume, fast paced environment
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Hard working and self-motivated, with a sense of urgency
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Great at juggling many things at once
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Previous experience working in a super busy kitchen
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Reliable
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Available to work evenings and weekends with no restrictions
If all of your answers are YES, please apply!
Full time, pay is commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen.
- Preparing workstations for cooking.
- Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment.
- Checking the quality of the ingredients.
- Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques.
- Cooking food using various culinary techniques.
- Plating and arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation.
- Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.
The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled and organized cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to knowing your way around a busy commercial kitchen, great communication and organizational skills are critical.
Requirements:
- Must have prior experience as a cook, preferably NOT fast food.
- Must be skilled in operating kitchen equipment.
- Must be skilled in various cooking techniques.
- Must know and follow sanitation procedures.
- Must demonstrate teamwork and communication skills.
- Must demonstrate solid organizational skills.
- Must be able to multitask and act quickly.
- Must have at least a high school diploma.
Benefits:
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Full time employees are eligible for medical and dental benefits;
- All employees receive one week paid vacation after one year,
- Free meals during shift,
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Discounted meals and catering
- Free event passes, and more
We're the largest, most popular Caribbean-themed restaurant in Houston. We’ve been featured TWICE on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives!
Our primary business is take-out, but we also offer dine-in, a cocktail bar, full-service catering, and we have a huge food truck - plus we host live shows featuring popular reggae artists.
Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 / hour
Benefits:
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Health insurance
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Dental insurance
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Paid time off
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
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Weekend availability
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8 hour shift
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Monday to Friday
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Night shift
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
