Cook 3

Invited•Houston, TX

10d

About The Position

As a Cook 3 at Invited, you lead food preparation, production, and presentation in the kitchen. You organize and set up your workstation, maintain food quality and consistency, and ensure cleanliness and sanitation. This senior role involves handling complex cooking tasks, mentoring and supervising other cooks, and helping manage efficient kitchen operations in a high-stress, high-volume environment. You report to the Kitchen Manager, Sous Chef, or Executive Chef. You prepare and store food for your station, cook menu items and complete meals, receive and store kitchen goods, and oversee expediting during meal periods. You may contribute to menu planning and recipe development, prepare meals for special events or dietary needs, and take charge of a shift when the Sous Chef is absent. You also interact professionally with members and guests, support service recovery, and contribute to a positive team environment. The role requires extended periods of physical activity and may involve varying temperatures and exposure to dust, fumes, or gases. The work schedule follows the weekly schedule and may require additional hours, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

A minimum of 4 years of experience in a kitchen environment.
Valid Food Handler Certifications as required by state and city regulations.
Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical activities for extended periods.
Ability to work in varying temperatures and environments, with potential exposure to dust, fumes, or gases.
Ability to climb ladders; squat, kneel, reach, grasp, twist, bend, and fold or unfold as required.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to communicate by talking and hearing, with sufficient visual acuity.
Ability to work additional hours, including weekends and holidays, as required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Set up, execute daily preparation, and organize the workstation.
Prepare and store food items for the station according to Invited’s standards.
Use proper cooking techniques and consistently prepare and present specials, salads, entrees, and other menu items.
Prepare or assist in preparing complete meals, including soups, meats, gravies, vegetables, desserts, salads, and baked goods.
Receive and store kitchen goods as requested.
Manage items used by others, such as condiments, dressings, salsas, and soups.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the workstation and kitchen, including equipment, counters, tools, and waste areas.
Assist with kitchen cleaning, equipment maintenance, and inventory control.
Communicate product needs and food quality or presentation issues to the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
Assist with menu planning, recipe development, and product testing.
May prepare or serve meals for specific dietary needs or restrictions and for small groups or special events.
May take charge of a shift in the Sous Chef’s absence.
Assist in supervising and instructing cooks and other team members.
May check supplies and groceries received in the work area.
Oversee expediting during meal periods to ensure timely orders with proper quality, portioning, and presentation.
Contribute to creating and modifying recipes, menu planning, and related meetings and conferences.
Interact professionally with members and guests, accommodate changes and last-minute requests, and provide the three steps of service.
Address member and guest complaints professionally, notify management of issues, and practice effective service recovery.
Support fellow employees and contribute to a positive team environment.
Complete additional duties as assigned; follow company, club, and department policies and safety practices; attend briefings; maintain a clean, neat uniform; and pursue personal and professional growth and required certifications.