Catering Services, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Food Safety, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Order Delivery, Restaurant, Sanitation, Software Patches, Team Player
LOCATION
Mckinney, TX
POSTED
Today
Prep Cook Full-Time and Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling Available
At Cotton Patch Cafe, we cook scratch-made Texas favorites and serve them with real hospitality. We're looking for a dedicated Prep Cook who takes pride in a clean workspace, moves efficiently, and loves being part of ateam that cares about food.
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
1-2 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 scheduling - full-time and part-time available
Instant Pay access
Paid training - including the opportunity to learn scratch-made cooking techniques
Advancement opportunities
Team Member and Friends & Family meal discounts
Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas - spend the holidays with the people who matter
Tenure bonuses
Team recognition programs
Voluntary benefits options
Equal Opportunity Employer
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. E-Verify Participation Poster | Right to Work Poster