COOK (ON CALL)

Fort Worth, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $13.50 - $17.50

Work Schedule

On-call

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

holiday time off

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

Commuter Benefits

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Job Description

Wolfgang Puck Catering is a renowned hospitality and catering company recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and hospitality-driven services. Operating as part of the Compass Group, a global leader in foodservice management, Wolfgang Puck Catering specializes in creating memorable dining engagements that span from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate events, showcasing a passion for quality and innovation in every dish prepared. Located in Fort Worth, Texas, at The Modern Museum FW, the company emphasizes a culture rooted in passion, flexibility, problem-solving, and concierge-level service, ensuring client satisfaction and a welcoming atmosphere.

The COOK position at Wolfgang Puck Catering based at The Modern Museum FW offers a unique on-call schedule, designed to provide flexibility to its employees while maintaining high standards of food preparation and service quality. This role caters specifically to individuals with prior experience as line cooks, looking to join a team that values teamwork, safety, and culinary excellence. The pay range for this position is $13.50 to $17.50 per hour, reflecting the company’s commitment to competitive compensation for skilled culinary professionals. Employees can also benefit from an internal employee referral bonus program, encouraging a collaborative and supportive work environment.

In this role, the cook will be responsible for preparing high-quality food items according to established recipes and operational standards, ensuring that meals are visually appealing, properly portioned, and served at the correct temperature. The cook will engage in multiple kitchen duties such as cleaning, storing excess food according to safe food-handling guidelines, maintaining kitchen equipment, assisting in production planning, and reporting any maintenance or safety issues immediately. Wolfgang Puck Catering prioritizes safety, requiring the use of protective gloves, oven mitts, and slip-resistant shoes to uphold workplace safety standards.

The company fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applications from individuals passionate about the hospitality industry and eager to contribute to a dynamic team environment. Wolfgang Puck Catering's culture emphasizes mentoring, career development, and promoting talent from within, making this role an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking growth and advancement within a reputable catering firm. The cook will play an integral part in ensuring that every dining experience reflects the company’s values of hospitality, quality, and innovation.

Overall, this position offers an exciting opportunity for experienced cooks who thrive in a fast-paced, high-quality culinary setting, desire flexibility in scheduling, and want to be part of a nationally recognized catering company with a strong commitment to its people and clients. Wolfgang Puck Catering at The Modern Museum FW is committed to creating a supportive and engaging workplace where employees can develop their skills, share creative ideas, and contribute to creating remarkable foodservice experiences.

Job Requirements

Prior experience as a line cook preferred
Ability to work an on-call schedule with varying days and hours
Willingness to abide by all company safety and hygiene policies and procedures
Ability to perform physical tasks associated with kitchen work including lifting and standing for long periods
Must be able to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion control accurately
Availability to work in Fort Worth, TX location

Job Qualifications

Prior experience as a line cook is preferred
Knowledge of standardized recipes and food preparation techniques
Understanding of safety and sanitation procedures including HACCP standards
Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work varied hours on an on-call schedule
Commitment to workplace safety

Job Duties

Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules
Serves meals or prepares for delivery using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
Tastes all prepared food items
Uses established ticket collection procedures during service
Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness
Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat
Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards
Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately
Attends in-service and safety meetings
Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
follows HACCP standards
Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others
Abides by all Company policies and procedures including use of protective gloves and safety equipment
Performs other duties as assigned