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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.
$30,752 / year median in Texas
+5% projected growth
Job Description
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Between $8.00 and
$10.00
Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Starr County $9.88 - $14.01 Per hour Line Cook
Taqueria La Hidalgo De Rio LLC
Occupation:
Cooks, Restaurant
Location:
Rio Grande City, TX - 78582
Job Type:
Regular, Full and Part Time Positions, Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
03/10/2026
Positions available: 2
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/31/2026
Expires:
10/30/2026
Job #: 16988482
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12 Month(s) Schedule
Full and Part Time Positions Job Type
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Job Title:
Line Cook Location:
Taqueria La Hidalgo de
Rio LLC Pay Rate:
$8.00 - $10.00 per hour (based on experience) Job Overview We're looking for a dependable and skilled Line Cook to join our taqueria team. The ideal candidate will be able to follow recipes, work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen, and prepare delicious, high-quality dishes. You should be comfortable multitasking, maintaining a clean work area, and ensuring each order is prepared to our standards. Duties and Responsibilities Set up and stock workstations with all necessary ingredients and cooking equipment. Prepare ingredients for service (chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.). Cook menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and quality expectations. Monitor and rotate food items to ensure freshness and food safety. Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen. Ensure all food is properly stored and labeled. Follow all food safety, sanitation, and company procedures. Assist with inventory management and alert management of shortages. Work with kitchen team to keep food orders flowing smoothly and on time. Be willing to learn and all restaurant recipes and procedures.
Requirements Experience:
Minimum 1 year of cooking experience in a restaurant or similar environment preferred.
Education:
No formal education required. Must be reliable, responsible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must have reliable transportation. Additional Information Uniform provided by employer. Benefits available after 30 days of employment. In-house training provided. Overtime available and paid at time-and-a-half. Pay rate based on experience (discussed during interview).