BREAKFAST/LUNCH COOK [HYPSI]

Houston, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Free parking

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Hypsi is the signature restaurant located at the newly opened Hotel Daphne in the vibrant Houston Heights neighborhood. Combining Italian culinary inspiration with the unique spirit of Houston, Hypsi offers a gourmet dining experience with a focus on breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus that highlight a robust pasta selection along with elegant, approachable entrées. One of the restaurant's standout features is its signature roaming mozzarella cart, serving hand-pulled cheeses complemented by curated additions such as pickled vegetables, aged vinegars, and cold-pressed olive oil. As part of the Hotel Daphne hospitality group, Hypsi aims to deliver exceptional guest experiences through creativity, quality, and spirited service.

The AM Cook position at Hypsi is a full-time opportunity for an enthusiastic culinary professional to join a passionate and collaborative food and beverage team. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the AM Cook will play an integral role in preparing breakfast and lunch offerings that meet the restaurant’s standards of excellence. This role demands a committed individual who can maintain cleanliness, uphold safety standards, and manage food preparation and cooking duties seamlessly within a fast-paced environment. The AM Cook will be responsible for various kitchen tasks from cooking, seasoning, and portioning food to stock management and sanitization to ensure every dish served exceeds guest expectations.

Beyond food preparation, the role requires engagement with other departments and management teams to maintain effective communication and uphold the property’s high standards for health, safety, and operational procedures. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, detail-oriented, and motivated to advance their culinary career within a prestigious hospitality setting. Hypsi is proud of its supportive work environment, offering exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K with company match, discounted family and friend room rates, free parking, generous paid time off, wellness initiatives, and retail discounts. These benefits make Hypsi an attractive place for culinary professionals committed to both personal growth and guests’ satisfaction.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
minimum two years related experience in hospitality or service industry
ability to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the workplace
ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
ability to speak effectively before groups
adherence to hotel/company loss prevention guidelines
ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
ability to sit, stand and squat frequently
maintain regular and punctual attendance
comply with ADA, FMLA and other applicable standards for safe performance

Job Qualifications

Two years related experience in hospitality or service industry
ability to speak, read, write and understand primary language(s) of the workplace
ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
ability to communicate effectively before groups of coworkers and sister property staff
high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
adherence to all hotel/company loss prevention guidelines
willingness to perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Duties

Prepare a variety of foods according to customers’ orders or supervisors’ instructions following approved procedures
prep food items for after-hours distribution
clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food handling practices
observe and test foods to determine if they are sufficiently cooked using tasting, smelling, or piercing methods
portion, arrange, and garnish food and serve food to waiters or patrons
regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
estimate expected food consumption, requisition or purchase supplies, or procure food from storage
consult with supervisory staff to plan menus considering costs and special event needs
maintain a positive relationship with employees and guests
ensure open communication lines with all departments and upper management
maintain high levels of cleanliness and safety in the work area
ensure all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
maintain awareness of safety issues throughout the property
keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
attend relevant meetings
adhere to all standards of operations, policies, procedures, manuals, training material, memos, and verbal instructions