Title: Prep Cook

Location: Hotel 1928

Reports to: Sous Chef

Location: Waco, TX

About Hotel 1928

In partnership with Magnolia, a Texas-based lifestyle brand led by Chip and Joanna Gaines, AJ Capital aims to transform the Grand Karem Shrine building into an inspired hospitality experience for guests and residents of the Waco community. Project plans call for the historic property to be converted into Hotel 1928, which will include 33 guest rooms, three F&B outlets, over 6,600 SF of meeting and event space, and a Magnolia concepted rooftop terrace. Originally built in 1928 and encompassing over 59,000 SF of space, the property was constructed as a Grand Shrine Temple and served as the home for the nobles of the Karem Shrine until 1995.

Working With Hotel 1928 Is Great Because You Get

The opportunity to enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance the first of the month following your start date
A 401(k) plan
Paid Time Off
Opportunity for Growth
Positive Work Culture
Central location right in the heart of Waco
To be proud of what we serve from our innovative, scratch kitchens
The chance to be a part of the opening team for the newest hotel in Waco, where you can show your friends and family the “Fixer Upper: The Hotel” show and say “I opened that!”

About The Role

AJ Capital Management is seeking a Prep Cook to join our team of hospitality purists at Hotel 1928. We want to exude hospitality from each team member – truly showing our southern hospitality roots in this beautiful historic building in the heart of Waco, Texas.

Hotel 1928

A Time To Remember

step back in time and stay a while

For some, it’s the experience. Rooms with every comfort considered. Menus to linger over. A grand ballroom for celebrating. Others are drawn to the history. Architecture that tells a story. New details to discover on every visit.

For nearly a century, the building on the corner of Washington Avenue and N. 7th Street has been a place where people gather to rest and relax, find inspiration, and celebrate. We’d love for you to join us.

The Hotel

Magnolia founders Chip and Joanna Gaines, together with AJ Capital, have re-envisioned this historic building to create a hospitality experience with 33 guest rooms, dining, over 6,600 square feet of event space, a rooftop terrace, and a retail shop featuring exclusive Magnolia-designed Hotel 1928 merchandise.

Eat & Drink

Within Hotel 1928 are two distinct restaurants, each with its own carefully-created menu and surroundings that reflect the fun-loving, yet sophisticated, spirit of the times. Whether you join us for a drink on the rooftop or enjoy a meal, it will be an experience to remember.

Event Spaces

Hotel 1928 offers spaces unlike any other venue in Waco, with sweeping views of downtown and captivating details inside and out. Designed to suit both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations, groups of all sizes will feel welcomed and wowed.