Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Cook
Career Insights for Cook
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Texas data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
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.
$30,752 / year median in Texas
+5% projected growth
Job Description
More Like This
Salary Not Available
Position range in Hidalgo County $9.85 - $13.69 Per hour Cook
Velch Ventures LLC DBA Altamar Seafood Bar
Occupation:
Cooks, Restaurant
Location:
Mcallen, TX - 78501
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift
Posted:
06/17/2026
Positions available: 2
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
09/03/2026
Expires:
10/03/2026
Job #: 17029185
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
12 Month(s) Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Help for . Altamar Seafood & Bar Positions available in both locations: McAllen, TX & Pharr, TX Altamar Seafood & Bar is currently hiring motivated and dependable individuals to join our growing team! We are seeking candidates who are passionate about delivering excellent food and customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Job Title:
Cook Positions available in both locations:
McAllen, TX & Pharr, TX Position Summary:
Cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to restaurant standards while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum 1 year of experience in the food industry Minimum High School Diploma or GED Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook seafood and other menu items Follow recipes and presentation standards Maintain food safety and sanitation guidelines Assist with kitchen prep and cleaning Work as part of a team to ensure timely service
Schedule:
Full-time or Part-time Evenings, weekends, and holidays required