Prep Cook

Job overview

The Prep Cook role is onsite in Houston, TX, with compensation of $16–$20 per hour. Drake’s is an upscale American restaurant focused on an elevated dining experience and memorable guest service. This role prepares and portions ingredients to recipes and quality standards, maintains a sanitary and organized workstation, and supports kitchen readiness. The work helps the culinary team deliver consistent dishes and smooth service.

What you'll do

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, measuring, mixing, and storing
• follow standardized recipes, portioning guidelines, and quality standards
• set up and break down the kitchen
• maintain a clean, sanitary workstation and follow food-safety protocols
• label, date, store, and rotate ingredients using FIFO
• communicate shortages and equipment concerns
• operate equipment safely
• follow opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

prep cook

houston tx

drake's houston

full-time

onsite

$16–$20/hr

food preparation

knife skills

hot and cold prep

food safety

fifo inventory rotation

kitchen sanitation

1–2 years culinary experience

food handler certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available
• flexible schedule
• professional development and career growth
• family meals
• dining discounts at Vandelay Companies concepts.

Why this role

Medical, dental, and vision benefits available; flexible schedule; professional development and career growth; family meals; dining discounts; restaurants close on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and July 4.

About the employer

Drake's Houston is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.