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Prep Cook- Katy

Katy, TX · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Demonstrate a passion and understanding for food by preparing and portioning all items according to Fish City Grill/ Half Shell's standards, recipes, and specifications. * Refer to the Line Check ...

Fish City Grill / Half Shells

Line Cook- Waco

Waco, TX · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

Demonstrate a passion and understanding for food by preparing and portioning all items according to Fish City Grill/ Half Shell's standards, recipes, and specifications. * Refer to the Line Check ...

Fish City Grill / Half Shells

Prep Cook- Prosper

Prosper, TX · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Demonstrate a passion and understanding for food by preparing and portioning all items according to Fish City Grill/ Half Shell's standards, recipes, and specifications. * Refer to the Line Check ...

Fish City Grill / Half Shells

Line Cook- Edmond

Edmond, OK · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Demonstrate a passion and understanding for food by preparing and portioning all items according to Fish City Grill/ Half Shell's standards, recipes, and specifications. * Refer to the Line Check ...

Fish City Grill / Half Shells

Line Cook- Pearland

Pearland, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Demonstrate a passion and understanding for food by preparing and portioning all items according to Fish City Grill/ Half Shell's standards, recipes, and specifications. * Refer to the Line Check ...

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How much do half shell jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for half shell in the United States is $26.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by a Half Shell cook in a busy seafood restaurant?

As a Half Shell cook, your primary responsibilities include preparing and serving fresh shellfish—often oysters, clams, or mussels—ensuring each item is properly cleaned, shucked, and presented according to restaurant standards. A common challenge in this role is maintaining speed and precision during peak dining hours, as well as adhering to strict food safety and hygiene protocols to guarantee the quality and safety of the seafood. You will work closely with other kitchen staff and front-of-house team members to ensure timely service and a positive dining experience for guests. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are crucial for success in this environment.

What are 'Half Shell' jobs?

In the hospitality industry, 'Half Shell' typically refers to positions at seafood restaurants or establishments that serve oysters and other shellfish on the half shell (served raw or lightly cooked in their shell). Jobs in this category can include oyster shuckers, kitchen staff, servers, and bartenders who specialize in preparing and serving these dishes. Employees in these roles are often expected to have knowledge of different types of shellfish, proper handling and storage, and excellent customer service skills. Working in a 'Half Shell' role can be fast-paced and requires attention to food safety and presentation. These jobs are commonly found at seafood bars, oyster houses, and coastal restaurants.

What is the difference between Half Shell vs Fish Cutter?

AspectHalf Shell
Required CredentialsFood handling certification, culinary skills
Work EnvironmentSeafood processing, kitchens, fish markets
Employer & IndustrySeafood restaurants, fish markets, seafood processing plants
Common Search & ComparisonJob duties, skills, certifications

Both Half Shell and Fish Cutter roles involve seafood preparation, with overlapping skills in filleting and handling fish. However, Half Shell typically focuses on preparing shellfish like oysters and clams, while Fish Cutters mainly process various fish species. The credentials and work environments are similar, but the specific seafood types differ. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right role in the seafood industry.

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Oyster Shucker-Trussville

Half Shell Oyster House

Trussville, AL • On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Oyster Shucker

Accurately & efficiently prepare oysters for raw and cooked consumption. Perform other duties in the areas while maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary work area.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Oyster Shucker is responsible for ensuring the Oyster bar is prepared based on established procedures. To provide assistance to kitchen manager and kitchen staff with food preparation. Reading and following established recipes and plating requirements as set by GCRG. The Oyster Shucker provides fast, accurate shucking of Oysters. When applicable, the Oyster Bar is centrally located in the dining room of the restaurant. Interaction with guests and a positive attitude will be a large part of your responsibility. Must know details of oysters serving daily; harvest area, size, and salinity.

Essential Functions

  • Shucks fresh oysters, preparatory to fresh packing
  • Holds shellfish firmly and forces shucking knife between halves of shell at hinge juncture
  • Twists knife to sever muscles holding shell closed pries open
  • Cuts shellfish from shell, serves it on appropriate tray.
  • May break off edges of shells before shucking.
  • Cleans & prepares shellfish for serving to customers.
  • Sprays shellfish when needed.
  • Ensure oyster bar is properly prepared based on established procedures
  • Provide assistance to kitchen manager and kitchen staff with food preparation
  • Follow established recipes and plating requirements as set by GCRG.
  • Rotates oysters daily, oldest on top.
  • Provide fast, accurate shucking of oysters
  • Restock all items through each shift
  • Ensure all tools and equipment are properly stored and safely used
  • Ability to follow daily HACCP sanitation procedures
  • Follow all relevant health department rules and regulations
  • Stores oyster tags as manger request.

Competencies

  • Customer/Client Focus
  • Communication Proficiency
  • Organizational Skills
  • Presentation Skills
  • Teamwork Orientation
  • Time Management
  • Stress management

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

Job operates in a kitchen and routinely uses sinks, shuck knives, chain-mesh gloves, and oyster cleaning stations.

Physical Demands

Must be able to work all areas of the restaurant and operate kitchen equipment. Position requires standing, bending, lifting, kneeling, and walking the entire workday. Must have the ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Must vision ability, hearing ability with eye and hand coordination. Must have professional communication skills. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time and maintain exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.

Some travel is expected for this position.

Requirements

Experience and Education

Required

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred

Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, basic knife skills, knowledge of standard cooking methods preferred. Must have the ability to understand and apply written and verbal instruction. We have a thorough training program to prepare you for success in your position.

Previous shucking experience.

AAP/EEP Statement

Gulf Coast Restaurant Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in all locations where GCRG operates. GCRG is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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