Cook at Josephine St.
About The Position
Josephine Street is hiring dependable, motivated Line Cooks with previous restaurant kitchen experience. The role is based at Josephine Street near San Antonio’s Pearl District, in the historic Fincke’s Meat Market building. Line Cooks prepare high-quality food in a fast-paced kitchen, work at assigned stations during lunch and dinner service, and collaborate with cooks and kitchen leadership. The position offers starting pay of $17–$19 per hour depending on experience and qualifications, with opportunities to develop culinary skills, cross-train, take on additional responsibilities, and potentially advance pay based on demonstrated skills and operational needs. Pay advancement is not automatic or guaranteed.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Previous experience working in a restaurant kitchen, preferably in a line cook or comparable food preparation role.
- Basic understanding of restaurant cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen sanitation.
- Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent food quality.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment.
- Dependable attendance and availability to work at least three days per week, including weekends and holidays.
- Must have or be able to obtain valid Texas Food Handler and TABC certifications.
- Must be able to stand and walk for six or more hours in a day.
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and more than 50 lbs. with assistance.
- Able to frequently lift, carry, bend, reach, squat, climb, and walk.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
- Work efficiently at assigned kitchen stations during busy lunch and dinner services.
- Maintain consistency in food quality, preparation, and ticket times.
- Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh and meet restaurant quality standards.
- Follow recipes, including properly measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.
- Prepare food using grilling, baking, steaming, boiling, and other cooking techniques.
- Present, garnish, and arrange finished dishes appropriately.
- Prepare, store, label, and rotate ingredients properly.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.
- Maintain an organized and stocked workstation throughout each shift.
- Communicate effectively with fellow cooks and kitchen leadership.
- Assist with opening, closing, and daily kitchen preparation duties.
- Support other kitchen stations as needed and participate in cross-training opportunities.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay with opportunities for wage growth.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental health coverage.
- Supplemental life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan participation.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Pet insurance availability.
- Employee meal discounts.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Immediate pay options.
- Opportunities to develop culinary skills and gain experience across kitchen stations.
- Opportunity to work with a strong, engaged team at an iconic San Antonio dining establishment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
