Wok Cook - Hiring Immediately

Ocean Palace is a renowned restaurant in Houston that has been serving authentic Cantonese cuisine for over two decades. Known as one of the largest dim sum dining rooms in the city, Ocean Palace offers a spacious environment that can seat over 500 guests. The restaurant is celebrated for its traditional cooking methods, fresh dim sum served directly from carts, and live seafood prepared with techniques passed down through generations. This establishment prides itself on delivering exceptional dining experiences to its customers, making it a landmark destination for those seeking genuine Cantonese flavors. As a long-standing fixture in Houston's culinary scene, Ocean Palace values its reputation for quality, authenticity, and a welcoming atmosphere that attracts both local patrons and visitors alike.

The role of Wok Cook at Ocean Palace is an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about Asian cuisine, particularly Cantonese dishes. The position involves preparing ingredients and cooking dishes using wok stations, following established recipes to maintain the restaurant’s high standards. Wok cooks will work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, ensuring all dishes are cooked to perfection and delivered promptly. This role requires operating woks safely and efficiently, monitoring ingredient levels, and maintaining cleanliness and organization at the wok station and surrounding prep areas. In addition, the Wok Cook must ensure the quality, freshness, and consistency of food leaving their station, adhering to all sanitation, food safety, and personal hygiene standards. The position also includes assisting with the training of kitchen staff and performing tasks assigned by kitchen shift leads and managers.

The employment type for this position is hourly, with a competitive pay rate of $18-20 per hour. Ocean Palace offers its Wok Chefs flexible schedules, including options for AM and PM shifts, accommodating diverse personal and family needs. Employees benefit from free shift meals when working both shifts, along with discounted employee meals, making it a supportive and employee-friendly workplace. This role is ideal for motivated, organized individuals who thrive in busy kitchen settings and are keen to advance their careers in a respected, culturally rich restaurant environment.