Cook at Josephine St.

Now Hiring Experienced Line Cooks!
Josephine Street, located near San Antonio's vibrant Pearl District, is looking for dependable, motivated Line Cooks with previous restaurant kitchen experience to join our team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, take pride in preparing high-quality food, and work well with others, we'd love to hear from you.
We offer competitive starting pay, opportunities to develop your culinary skills, and the chance to grow with an established Texas hospitality company.

Pay & Growth Opportunities
Starting Pay: $17–$19 per hour , depending on experience and qualifications.
We believe in recognizing employees who continue developing their skills. Line Cooks have opportunities to expand their knowledge, strengthen their cooking techniques, and take on additional responsibilities based on demonstrated proficiency, performance, and operational needs.
Advancement in pay is based on demonstrated skills and operational needs and is not automatic or guaranteed.

Who we are
Momentous Concepts owns and operates some of the most iconic brands in Texas.
Our properties include the world-famous Gruene Hall, Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar, Cantina del Rio, Mozie's, Cotton Eyed Joe's, The Company Store, and The Grapevine in New Braunfels. And, in San Antonio, we own and operate Josephine Street and Down on Grayson. We also plan and execute annual events like the Gruene Music and Wine Festival and Holidays in Gruene.
We're not a cookie-cutter chain; every one of our operations has its own unique style and personality. For example, where else can you find a dance hall that's operated continuously since 1878 and has hosted country music superstars like Garth Brooks, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, LeAnn Rimes, George Strait, and Gregg Allman (just to name a few)?
Our establishments deliver unique blends of music and food experiences to visitors who love the world's best music, the lore of Texas, and just having a good old time. We employ over 700 friendly faces who love to serve our guests, exceed their expectations, and keep them coming back for more. If you're interested in being one of them, we'd love to hear from you!

We employ more than 700 friendly faces who embody our core values:

CARE – We encourage others and lead by example.
CURIOSITY – We remain open-minded and always strive to learn.
COMMITMENT – We hold ourselves accountable for the work we do and how we do it.
COLLABORATION – We believe we win as a team.
Where you will work - Josephine Street

Located in the carefully restored and historic Fincke's Meat Market (circa 1906) building, Josephine Street is the humble spot every San Antonio local loves. A staple just steps from the Pearl District, Jo Street is true to its roadhouse roots, with booths welcoming outlaws and in-laws, the wanderers and the loyalists.

What you will do

- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.

- Work efficiently at assigned kitchen stations during busy lunch and dinner services.

- Maintain consistency in food quality, preparation, and ticket times.

- Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh and meet restaurant quality standards.

- Follow recipes, including properly measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.

- Prepare food using various cooking techniques, including grilling, baking, steaming, and boiling.

- Properly present, garnish, and arrange finished dishes.

- Properly prepare, store, label, and rotate ingredients.

- Follow food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards.

- Maintain an organized and stocked workstation throughout each shift.

- Communicate effectively with fellow cooks and kitchen leadership.

- Assist with opening, closing, and daily kitchen preparation duties.

- Support other kitchen stations as needed and participate in cross-training opportunities.
What you get

- Competitive hourly pay with opportunities for wage growth

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance*

- Health Savings Account (HSA)*

- Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental health coverage*

- Supplemental life insurance*

- 401(k) retirement plan participation*

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Pet insurance availability*

- Employee meal discounts

- Flexible scheduling

- Immediate pay options

- Opportunities to develop your culinary skills and gain experience across kitchen stations

- The opportunity to work with a strong, engaged team at one of San Antonio's most iconic dining establishments
*Eligibility requirements apply
What you bring - minimum qualifications

- Must be 18 years of age or older.

- Previous experience working in a restaurant kitchen, preferably in a line cook or comparable food preparation role.

- Basic understanding of restaurant cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen sanitation.

- Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent food quality.

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment.

- Dependable attendance and availability to work at least three days per week, including weekends and holidays.

- Must have or be able to obtain valid Texas Food Handler and TABC certifications.
Physical requirements and working conditions

- Must be able to stand and walk for 6 or more hours in a day.

- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and over 50 lbs. with assistance.

- Frequent lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, squatting, climbing, and walking.