Restaurant-Cook
Company
Life Time
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Position Summary
The Restaurant Cook works alongside health-minded teammates in a fun and fast-paced environment proudly serving our members industry-leading healthy food options. They produce menu items according to recipes in a timely manner and following food safety guidelines.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Adheres to the daily needs for the Bistro, including, but not limited to, stocking supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safety of kitchen
• Maintains LifeCafe and kitchen cleanliness, including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, cleaning kitchen equipment, and washing dishes
• Manages the flow of food production in conjunction with the sandwich and salad stations
• Follows recipes to ensure consistency, freshness, and quality of ingredients while preparing food
Position Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to routinely and repetitively bend to lift more than 20 lbs.
• Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the Cafe for prolonged periods of time
• ServSafe certification required within the first 90 days of hire
• CPR/AED certification required within the first 30 days of hire
Preferred Requirements
• Experience in restaurant with fast casual or full service experience
Experience prepping recipes
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
The Restaurant Cook works alongside health-minded teammates in a fun and fast-paced environment proudly serving our members industry-leading healthy food options. They produce menu items according to recipes in a timely manner and following food safety guidelines.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Adheres to the daily needs for the Bistro, including, but not limited to, stocking supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safety of kitchen
• Maintains LifeCafe and kitchen cleanliness, including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, cleaning kitchen equipment, and washing dishes
• Manages the flow of food production in conjunction with the sandwich and salad stations
• Follows recipes to ensure consistency, freshness, and quality of ingredients while preparing food
Position Requirements
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to routinely and repetitively bend to lift more than 20 lbs.
• Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the Cafe for prolonged periods of time
• ServSafe certification required within the first 90 days of hire
• CPR/AED certification required within the first 30 days of hire
Preferred Requirements
• Experience in restaurant with fast casual or full service experience
Experience prepping recipes
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs
What is the federal minimum cash wage for tipped restaurant servers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum cash wage for tipped restaurant employees is $2.13 per hour as of January 2026, provided tips bring total earnings to at least $7.25 per hour. Employers must supplement any shortfall to reach the full minimum wage. Overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week.
What are the minimum age and experience requirements for entry-level restaurant jobs like dishwashers in the United States?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, workers must be at least 16 years old for most restaurant positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act as of 2026, with 14-15 year olds limited to non-hazardous roles during limited hours. No prior experience or education is required for entry-level roles such as dishwashers or bussers.
Which documents are required when applying for restaurant jobs in the United States?
As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, applicants must complete Form I-9 with documents proving identity and employment authorization such as a U.S. passport or driver's license plus Social Security card by the first day of work in 2026. Employers verify these within three business days.
How many hours per week can restaurant workers be scheduled and what leave applies in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor states that non-exempt restaurant employees receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek at 1.5 times their rate as of 2026, with no federal cap on total weekly hours. There is no federal requirement for paid sick leave or vacation in restaurant jobs.
