Prep Cook

What You'll Do: Wash, peel, cut, and portion vegetables, proteins, and other items to recipe specs Follow food safety and sanitation standards, including temperature logging Stock and rotate stations before service Assist with receiving deliveries Keep prep areas and equipment clean throughout the shift Support line cooks during service and communicate clearly with the kitchen team

What We're Looking For: 12 years of kitchen experience preferred (restaurant, catering, or institutional) Solid knife skills and comfort with basic cooking techniques Knowledge of food safety practices Food handler certification required Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

Who We Are: A growing Texas-based brand with 46 locations across 2 states Passionate about our people, food, and communities Committed to quality, hospitality, and promoting from within Why You'll Love Working Here Competitive pay Flexible schedulingfull-time and part-time available Instant Pay access Paid trainingincluding the opportunity to learn scratch-made cooking techniques Advancement opportunities Team Member and Friends & Family meal discounts Closed Thanksgiving & Christmasspend the holidays with the people who matter Tenure bonuses Team recognition programs Voluntary benefits options Cotton Patch Cafe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local law. Cotton Patch Cafe participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.