Food Expo

Torchy's Tacos; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pooled tips

Flexible schedules

Discount card for you and spouse

Job summary

Torchy’s Tacos in Lake Charles, LA is hiring a Food Expeditor to help ensure orders are accurate and timely. You will be the bridge between kitchen and runners, upholding Torchy’s standards and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include verifying order tickets, communicating times, handling allergies, portioning, and keeping stations clean. The role requires physical stamina and flexibility; a state Food Handler’s certification is required where applicable, with competitive hourly pay and tips.

Qualifications

• Must meet state and local requirements for Food Handler’s certification.
• Certification(s) must be obtained by your first day or within the timeline required by your location.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Open to varied work schedules and hours based on your restaurant’s needs.
• Must be able to stand for several hours.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach for objects on shelves at various height levels.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to serve our guests' needs with a high sense of urgency.
• Ability to have fun!

Responsibilities

• Verify tickets to food orders and ensure all dishes meet Torchy’s quality standards.
• Record and communicate ticket times to keep the kitchen and service flowing.
• Involve a manager for allergies or complicated tickets to ensure guest safety.
• Portion salsas and prep items; label, date, and store properly.
• Set up, maintain, and restock stations; break down at shift end.
• Keep kitchen and stations clean and organized; perform line sweeps.
• Prepare chips and dips in ticket order for freshness.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Food Expeditor

The Torchy’s legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating restaurants nationwide.

Food Expeditor

The Torchy’s legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating restaurants nationwide.

Here’s What We Need

The Food Expeditor plays a crucial role in ensuring that every order leaving the kitchen is accurate, timely, and up to Torchy's standards. This position is key to maintaining the flow between the kitchen and runners, ensuring that our guests receive the best damn tacos every time.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Order Accuracy: Verify tickets to food orders, double-check modifications, and ensure all dishes meet Torchy’s quality standards.
• Ticket Management: Record and communicate ticket times to keep the kitchen and service flowing efficiently.
• Allergy & Special Orders: Get a manager involved when there is an allergy or complicated ticket to ensure guest safety and satisfaction.
• Portioning & Prep: Portion salsas on sheet pans as listed on the prep sheet and record yields accurately. Properly label, date, and fill pans correctly for all produced food items.
• Station Setup & Maintenance: Set up stations according to the diagram with appropriate backups for the shift. Break down and clean stations for the next shift, restocking if necessary.
• Cleanliness & Organization: Keep the kitchen and station clean and organized. Detail kitchen equipment daily and perform line sweeps to maintain a tidy work environment.
• Chip & Dips Preparation: Make chips and dips in the order of tickets to ensure freshness and quality.

QUE-SO…here’s What You’ll Need

• Must meet state and local requirements for Food Handler’s certification.
• Certification(s) must be obtained by your first day or within the timeline required by your location.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Open to varied work schedules and hours based on your restaurant’s needs.
• Must be able to stand for several hours.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach for objects on shelves at various height levels.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to serve our guests' needs with a high sense of urgency.
• Ability to have fun!

Let’s TACO ‘bout why it pays to be a Torchy’s Team Member:

• $10.00 per hour, plus pooled tips that increase your total take-home pay.
• Flexible schedules.
• Damn Good food discount card for you AND your spouse.
• Access to all benefits including medical, dental, and vision for full-time Team Members after 1 year of employment, plus 401(k) after 6 months.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1 year of employment.
• Torchy’s Family Foundation supports our fellow Team Members in times of need and crisis.