Cook / Kitchen Team

Thrive Restaurant Group•West Lake Hills, TX

About The Position

Modern Market is a farm-fresh eatery serving food made from scratch in a fast-paced, open-kitchen setting. The Cook works on the Back of House / Culinary Team, preparing food through tasks such as chopping, prepping, sautéing, grilling, and baking while helping provide an excellent guest experience. The company hires people with or without restaurant experience and provides training after onboarding. The posting also describes responsibilities involving menu development and seasonal ingredients, leading back-of-house staff, and maintaining food quality and kitchen safety. Thrive Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Friendly demeanor.
Enthusiasm.
Guest focus.
Willingness and excitement to learn.
Ability and desire to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Restaurant experience is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

Conceive and update menus several times a year to reflect the brand and seasonal ingredients, including a diverse range of bowls, homestyle plates, and salads.
Lead and manage back-of-house staff, including prep cooks and dishwashers, providing guidance, training, and support.
Execute recipes with precision and consistency.
Continuously expand culinary knowledge of techniques and best practices.
Perform quality checks to ensure food meets culinary and safety standards, including mastery of ingredients, measurements, and preparation techniques.
Comply with restaurant standards for safety, hygiene, and quality.
Manage trash, cardboard, and recyclable materials.
Handle kitchen equipment and clean spills promptly throughout the shift.
Prepare food by chopping, prepping, sautéing, grilling, and baking.
Help provide an excellent guest experience.