Food Expo

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Spouse discount card

Benefits after 1 year (medical, dental

Vision coverage after 1 year

401(k) after 6 months

PTO after 1 year

Job summary

Torchy’s Tacos is seeking a Food Expeditor to ensure every order from the kitchen is accurate, timely, and up to Torchy's standards. This role bridges the kitchen and runners to keep service flowing and guests delighted with our signature tacos.

You’ll verify tickets, track times, manage allergy orders, portion and prep, set up stations, and maintain cleanliness. Flexible scheduling and benefits after 1 year strengthen our growing team.

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, double-check modifications, and ensure all dishes meet Torchy's quality standards.
• Record and communicate ticket times to keep the kitchen and service flowing efficiently.
• Get a manager involved when there is an allergy or complicated ticket to ensure guest safety and satisfaction.
• 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.
• 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.
• Keep the kitchen and station clean and organized. Detail kitchen equipment daily and perform line sweeps to maintain a tidy work environment.
• Make chips and dips in the order of tickets to ensure freshness and quality.

Skills

Order accuracy

Ticket management

Allergy handling

Portioning

Station setup

Sanitation

Team coordination

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 to $12.00 per hour based on experience, 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.