Line Cook

Banditos Tacos & Tequila; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Banditos Tacos & Tequila as a Line/Prep Cook where you'll contribute to a high-energy kitchen team. This role involves cooking and presenting food to excellent standards and requires a positive, motivated approach. With competitive pay and benefits, you'll be part of a culture that values teamwork and personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive Base Pay with Tips

Medical/Dental/Vision Plans

Free Logo Wear

Discounts on food

Paid/Sick Time Off

401(k) plan & Company Match

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a high volume, fast paced kitchen.
• Desire to excel beyond being just a line cook.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and presenting food that maintains Banditos standard of excellence.
• Maintaining all equipment to the highest standards.
• Follow all health guidelines regarding sanitation and proper cooking techniques.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Team-oriented

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Who We Are

A rebellious passion for never-ending fun, Banditos Tacos & Tequila is a “Taco Temple” inspired by the mouthwatering flavors of Mexican street food. We are more than a group of restaurants dedicated to excellent service and delicious food. We are a high-performance team comprised of a variety of individuals, personalities, and skill sets. Our culture is driven by a highly energized team that shares a set of core values empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves. Team member success is our goal, we recruit top talent to develop and promote from within. We aim to offer memorable experiences for our guests and teams, with the end goal of gaining lifetime supporters who become part of our Banditos family.

Summary

We are building our Kitchen Team and are currently searching for an energetic and reliable Line/Prep Cook who will assist with the daily operations of the Banditos team.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Cooking and presenting food that maintains Banditos standard of excellence
• Maintaining all equipment to the highest standards
• Punctuality and precision in the kitchen
• Producing consistent plating on a daily basis
• Follow all health guidelines regarding hot and cold holding, sanitation, and proper cooking techniques
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must have a passion for cooking
• Desire to excel beyond being just a line cook
• Positive attitude
• Motivated to work within a team environment
• Hold your teammates accountable for high standards
• Reliable transportation
• 1 year experience in a high volume, fast paced kitchen
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and moving around restaurant at a fast pace
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the restaurant’s facilities.
  
  

Benefits Of Working Here

Our benefits exemplify our commitment to ensuring team members and their families are well taken care of, safe and secure. Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive Base Pay with Tips
• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Free Logo Wear
• Discounts on food
• Paid/Sick Time Off
• 401(k) plan & Company Match
  
  

Qualifications Guidelines

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Banditos Holdings, LLC committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or team member on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the operation of the business. Please contact the HR Team if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Banditos Tacos and Tequila is more than a group of restaurants dedicated to excellent service and delicious food. We are a high-performance team comprised of a variety of individuals, personalities, and skill sets. Our culture is driven by a highly energized team that shares a set of core values empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves. Team member success is our goal, we recruit top talent to develop and promote from within. We aim to offer memorable experiences for our guests and teams, with the end goal of gaining lifetime supporters who become part of our Banditos family.

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