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Cook II - Michael Patrick's

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.00 - $16.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

multiple benefit plans
Paid Time Off
401k
Opportunities for advancement
positive and respectful work environment
generous employee discounts
Community Volunteer Opportunities

Job Description

The Cook II position is a vital role within our esteemed hospitality establishment, which prides itself on delivering exceptional dining experiences through quality food preparation and exemplary service. We are dedicated to maintaining high standards of culinary excellence and ensuring our guests’ satisfaction with every meal served. As a reputable restaurant known for its commitment to quality and attention to detail, we seek a motivated and skilled Cook II to join our culinary team.

This role involves preparing food items strictly according to established menu specifications, standardized recipes, plate presentations, and individual guest requests. The Cook II ensures that all food preparation and service meet the highest quality standards while adhering to specified preparation times. The role demands a strong understanding of kitchen operations, product quality inspection, inventory management, safety, and sanitation practices. The individual in this position will play an integral part in supporting kitchen stations, managing ingredient par levels, and collaborating with other departments including stewarding and the front-of-house management.

Working as a Cook II requires a meticulous approach to food preparation, the ability to follow direction accurately, and a passion for the culinary arts. You'll utilize your knowledge to inspect equipment, cold meats, seafood, and produce to confirm product quality, and assist in maintaining inventory levels with timely orders as necessary. The role is dynamic and requires flexibility to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. While this is an hourly position with a posted salary range of USD 14.00 to USD 16.00 per hour, it is not a tipped position.

Joining our team as a Cook II means becoming part of a positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued and employee well-being is prioritized. We offer our team members multiple benefits plans designed to suit various needs, paid time off, opportunities for career advancement, 401K retirement plans, and generous employee discounts across dining, retail, amusements, and hotel services. Additionally, our employees have access to community volunteer opportunities, allowing them to give back and stay connected.

This position is a wonderful opportunity for those who thrive in high-volume kitchen environments and want to hone their culinary skills in a collaborative, supportive setting. If you appreciate working in a fast-paced environment and are committed to food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, the Cook II role will provide a rewarding career path in the food service industry. For more details or to view the full job description, interested candidates should contact the Human Resources department at the location to which they are applying.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum age requirement is 18
  • 1 year experience in a high-volume kitchen
  • able to obtain and maintain a Food handler's card (HLTH card) and any other certification or license, as required by law or policy
  • possess basic mathematical skills to include ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide specific to position responsibilities
  • available to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum age requirement is 18
  • 1 year experience in a high-volume kitchen
  • able to obtain and maintain a Food handler's card (HLTH card) and any other certification or license, as required by law or policy
  • possess basic mathematical skills to include ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide specific to position responsibilities
  • available to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Prepare food according to established specifications and standardized recipes
  • inspect equipment, cold meats, seafood, and produce to ensure product quality standards are met
  • maintain established inventory levels and order stock
  • ensure proper product rotation, storage, and quantity controls
  • consistently apply established safety and sanitation procedures
  • assist all stations and respective lines as necessary
  • read, decipher and execute cooking procedures and plate presentation based on established recipes and plate specifications
  • work closely with stewarding in regards to any operational issue
  • establish all par levels for all ingredients/dishes and communicate with Sous Chef and/or FOH manager

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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