AM Cook Line Lead
About The Position
Perseid seeks an enthusiastic Lead AM Line Cook to join our growing team. In this role you will be collaborating closely with the broader operations team. You will be part of a team that is passionate about celebrating creativity and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Perseid is a restaurant to be returned to for both casual meals and landmark occasions, we offer food that's approachable with a spirit of exploration and celebration. Helmed by Houston's well-known chef and restaurateur Aaron Bludorn and Director of Operations Cherif Mbodji, in collaboration with the Bunkhouse and Hyatt teams, Perseid offers a take on the quintessential neighborhood bistro through the lens of the Gulf Coast, providing a new destination for travelers and Houstonians to enjoy in the heart of the Montrose neighborhood. Recently listed as one of the 20 best new restaurants of 2025 by Bon Appétit. Perseid is the main restaurant of Hotel Saint Augustine, a 71 room Bunkhouse hotel in the heart of Montrose. The Lead AM Line Cook must have a basic understanding of the kitchen operation within a busy restaurant/hotel. Responsible for producing a consistent, quality product that meets and exceeds the guests' needs in a timely manner. This person has basic skills in department training and can assume department responsibilities in the absence of the Sous Chef. Skills and knowledge to include culinary education, basic cost control understanding, basic communication, leadership skills and computer skills. May assist in monitoring payroll costs & overtime. Responsibilities include supervising hourly AM cooks.
Requirements
- Must be able to start shifts anywhere between 5 AM and 8 AM.
- At least 3 years' culinary experience is preferred, with breakfast experience required.
- Familiar with a la carte service and health department codes.
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
Responsibilities
- producing a consistent, quality product that meets and exceeds the guests' needs in a timely manner
- department training
- assume department responsibilities in the absence of the Sous Chef
- assisting in monitoring payroll costs & overtime
- supervising hourly AM cooks
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
- Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
- Free parking
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace
- Discounts at various retailers -Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Accommodation
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
