Cook
Content + Source + Freshness • 27 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Significant potential for growth within the culinary field along with the development of leadership skills.
- Opportunity for advancement within the culinary sector
- Hands-on experience preparing quality food
- Supportive team atmosphere
- Requires physical effort and adaptability
Pros
- Great potential for promotion within the restaurant
- Involvement in cooking high-quality food
- Team positioning allows for strong interpersonal skill development
Cons
- Work can be physically demanding
- Shifts include evenings and weekends
- Fast-paced environment may not suit everyone
Who it's for
Mid-Level • Part-Time
Good fit
- Culinary professionals looking to advance their skills
- Dynamic team players in a kitchen environment
- Candidates focused on food quality and safety
Not recommended for
- Individuals lacking prior kitchen experience
- Those needing a stable 9-5 work schedule
- Candidates averse to working under pressure
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Our cooks are very important members of our kitchen staff. They are responsible for making sure that food is prepared to the exact specifications of the chef, establishment, and customer. We want our line cooks to grow and move up in the kitchen to positions with more responsibility. The following duties are expected of a line cook: - Station Set Up - Food Prep - Cook - Stock Station - Clean up Cook is generally offered as a part time restaurant job. Prier experience as cook, chef, prep cook, line cook, fry cook, grill cook, boh, or other back of the house part time restaurant jobs highly desirable.
Requirements/Responsibilities
- Preparing high quality food to On The Border specifications
- Adhering to OTB safety and sanitation policies and procedures
- Communicating cook times, potential issues with Managers and Team Members
- Completing assigned prep work to stock and set up stations
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
- At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and wait staff.
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).
- Must be able to follow printed recipes and plate specifications.
