Cook / Cocineros

Velvet Taco; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pay + Tips

Flexible Schedules

Commuter & Parking Benefits

Medical Benefits (PT/FT)

Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA (FT Only)

Health Savings Accounts - HSA (FT Only)

Dental and Vision Plans (FT Paid by the Company)

FREE Tacos!

Laid Back Uniform & Cool Swag!

Kick Ass Culture

Career Growth Opportunities

Tattoo support from the CEO

Job summary

A leading Taco restaurant in Oklahoma City is hiring a Cook / Cocineros. In this full-time role, you will prepare high-quality food items, follow recipes for excellent presentation, and manage your station efficiently. Ideal candidates are passionate about cooking, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to learn. The position offers competitive pay with opportunities for tips, flexible schedules, and various employee benefits, including medical and dental plans, along with a laid-back work culture.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for food and fast-paced service.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain high standards.
• Experience or willingness to learn food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items quickly.
• Ensure food presentation meets standards.
• Efficiently manage the food station during shifts.
• Assist in storage and labeling of food.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

High quality food preparation

Recipe adherence

Food presentation

Efficient station management

Knowledge of menu items

Job description

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Base pay range

$13.00/hr - $17.00/hr

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, working hard and having fun while doing it, 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 (FT Paid by the Company)
• FREE Tacos!
• Laid Back Uniform & Cool Swag!
• Kick Ass Culture that celebrates you being YOU!
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Oh, and if you’re inclined to get a Velvet Taco tattoo, our CEO will pay for it!

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

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