Kitchen Team Member - Fast-Paced Mexican Kitchen, $13-$15/hr

Manuel's Mexican Restaurant; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to join a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen. You’ll prep, cook, and station-hop to support service and quality, ensuring food temperatures and safety standards are met.

We value reliability, teamwork, and the willingness to learn. Starting pay ranges from $13 to $15 per hour, based on experience and skills, with opportunities to train across stations and advance as you grow within the team.

Qualifications

• Dependable and punctual.
• Able to work quickly in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Comfortable working around hot cooking equipment.
• Willing to work multiple kitchen stations and responsibilities.
• Restaurant or kitchen experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and busy periods is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Manuel’s recipes, portions, and quality standards.
• Work different kitchen stations, including the grill/plancha, fryer, prep, and assembly areas.
• Read and prepare orders accurately and efficiently.
• Complete food preparation before and during shifts.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and follow food-safety procedures.
• Keep your station clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Assist other Kitchen Team Members during busy periods.
• Help with cleaning, dishes, trash, and other kitchen duties when needed.
• Properly store, label, rotate, and handle ingredients.
• Complete opening, shift-change, and closing responsibilities.
• Communicate with the Kitchen Lead and other team members.
• Follow all Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant policies and procedures.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Communication

Multistation

Safety around hot equipment

Willingness to learn

Job description

Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to join a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen. You’ll prep, cook, and station-hop to support service and quality, ensuring food temperatures and safety standards are met.

We value reliability, teamwork, and the willingness to learn. Starting pay ranges from $13 to $15 per hour, based on experience and skills, with opportunities to train across stations and advance as you grow within the team.