Cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Haymarket (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer contribution towards health insurance

Matching retirement plan

Dining privileges

Job summary

Zandra’s Taqueria in Haymarket, Virginia, is looking for Line and Prep Cooks who will be responsible for efficiently cooking and preparing food products. You will assume responsibility for the quality of the meals served while maintaining a clean and organized working environment.

Ideal candidates should have strong problem-solving skills, be able to lift heavy items, and work under pressure during peak times. Zandra’s offers a competitive salary and benefits package, promoting work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to think quickly on your feet.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance and 50 lbs. with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Cook tacos, meats, fish, and other food products.
• Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station.
• Follow standard portion sizes and cooking methods.
• Assist in food prep during off-peak hours.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Job description

Job Description

Voted Best Mexican Restaurant in Northern Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine, Zandra’s Taqueria is a Mexican restaurant offering handcrafted, gourmet tacos made with fresh, local ingredients.

Benefits

• Employer contribution towards health insurance – yes, Zandra’s will contribute to your health insurance!
• A matching retirement plan
• Competitive wages
• Career growth; we are expanding in Virginia
• Festive and professional work atmosphere. Love tacos? This is the workplace for you
• Actively involved in the community, which includes hosting annual clothing drive benefiting Northern Virginia Family Services/SERVE

Line and Prep Cooks Role

Line and prep cooks are to efficiently cook tacos, meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also, perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to think quickly on your feet and be a problem solver.
• Ability to reach, bend, stop and frequently lift up 25 lbs. without assistance and 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Work in a hot and noisy environment.
• Must have high integrity and solid work ethic.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Expected to work long hours during peak periods, evenings, and weekends.
• Having or obtaining a food handler’s and/or alcohol certification may be required.

Experience

• Must have Back of House experience.

Compensation Package

Zandra’s Taqueria offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include medical insurance along with work place balance and dining privileges.

Zandra’s Taqueria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.