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El Pato Mexican Food

Cooks - La Joya

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Pay: $8.95–$12.80/hr
Posted: 4 days ago
Location: La Joya, TX (Onsite)
Last Updated: 11 hours ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/4/2026

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

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More Like This Between $9.25 and $10.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Texas $8.95•$12.80 Per hour Cooks•La Joya El Pato Mexican Food
Occupation:
Cooks, Fast Food
Location:
La Joya, TX•78560
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
07/09/2026 Positions available: 2
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/20/2026
Expires:
09/21/2026 Job #: 17038640 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Experience 1 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Benefits Help for . Cooks are in charge of prepping food and plating dishes according to a restaurants menu specifications. Also known as a Prep Cook, they are assigned a specific place in the line, such as the grill or vegetable prep station. Duties include preparing food and maintaining sanitation standards.
Line Cook Responsibilities:
Ensuring the preparation station and the kitchen are set up and stocked. Preparing simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces. Reporting to the executive chef and following instructions. Making sure food preparation and storage areas meet health and safety standards. Cleaning prep areas and taking care of leftovers. Stocking inventory and supplies. Cooking menu items with the support of the kitchen staff.