Cook

Velvet Taco; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pay + Tips

Flexible Schedules

Commuter & Parking Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits

Dental and Vision Plans Paid by the Company

FREE Tacos!

Laid Back Uniform & Cool Swag!

Career Growth Opportunities

CEO pays for a Velvet Taco tattoo if you wish

Job summary

A popular taco establishment is seeking a Cook to join their team in Austin, Texas. This position involves preparing high-quality food items in a fast-paced environment while ensuring excellent food presentation. The ideal candidate will have culinary expertise and take pride in the food they prepare. Benefits include flexible schedules, excellent pay, and even free tacos! Enjoy a laid-back culture that encourages individuality and offers career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a dedicated culinary expert who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about preparing high-quality food items and ensuring excellent food presentation.
• Willingness to follow recipes and maintain cleanliness throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items quickly.
• Follow recipes and maintain outstanding food presentation.
• Run your station efficiently and stock food as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and a driven pace throughout the shift.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Food presentation skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of menu items and preparation methods

Job description

Join to apply for the Cook role at Velvet Taco.

Want to work in the ultimate Taco shop serving up awesomeness to our Guests? We are looking for dedicated culinary experts who take pride in introducing every Guest to the Velvet Taco vibe. If you are as awesome as our food, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love tacos, and enjoy working hard while having fun, you belong here!

Benefits

• Excellent Pay + Tips
• Flexible Schedules
• Commuter & Parking Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program - The Stand Together Fund
• Medical Benefits (PT/FT)
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA (FT Only)
• Health Savings Accounts - HSA (FT Only)
• Dental and Vision Plans Paid by the Company (FT Only)
• FREE Tacos!
• Laid Back Uniform & Cool Swag!
• Kick Ass Culture that celebrates you being YOU!
• Career Growth Opportunities
• CEO pays for a Velvet Taco tattoo if you wish

Principal Duties

• Prepare high quality food items to order with passionate speed.
• Follow the recipes and always make sure food presentation looks outstanding.
• Complete assigned prep list, portion all products per spec.
• Efficiently run your station during the shift, follow all recipes and stock food as needed.
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, and preparation methods.
• Assist in ensuring deliveries are received and stored in a timely manner.
• Label food and ensure proper rotation (FIFO).
• Maintain a driven, intense pace with good cleaning habits throughout shift.
• Assist with cleaning smallwares and equipment as needed.
• Other functions as assigned by management.
• Have fun and Kick Ass.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Restaurants