Line Cook

Job Overview

At the Tabletop Tavern inside Odin's Place, we bring a dynamic and vibrant atmosphere to our guests through personality and quality food. We are a small family establishment part of Houston's #1 Comic and Games store. Our kitchen team is the heart and soul of this and as a Line Cook, your passion for food and dedication to excellence will shine. Our menu may not seem glamourous, but with everything made fresh and our nerdy twists on classic American favorites, we over deliver on flavor and need excited new staff to help carry this forward while adhering to standards, maintaining a drive for excellence and upholding food safety requirements. Your energy and culinary skills will contribute to creating a vibrant dining experience for our guests. We are committed to fostering a positive environment that values teamwork, creativity, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, presentation standards, and safety guidelines
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, fryers, and slicers safely and efficiently
• Assist in menu planning by providing input on ingredient availability and preparation techniques
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, including proper food handling and sanitation practices
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders while maintaining quality control
• Follow food safety management protocols to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with health regulations
• Support meal preparation for catering events or special functions as needed

Skills

• Proven experience in food preparation within a restaurant or food industry setting
• Familiarity with operating various kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate smoothly with kitchen staff and front-of-house team
• Ability to adhere strictly to recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines
• Knowledge of food safety standards in production, handling, and storage practices

Join us in delivering exciting and flavorful experiences in our own weird way! We value energetic individuals who are eager to grow their skills in a fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality. This is more than just a job—it's a family, not only within the staff but with our amazing regulars that keep the wheels moving; an opportunity to learn, grow and maybe one day reach max level!

Pay: $10.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 28.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Work Location: In person