Line Cook

Torchy's Tacos; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Torchy's Tacos is looking for a dedicated Line Cook to join their team in Spring, Texas. The ideal candidate will prepare fresh, delicious tacos and other menu items while working in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for growth and a fun work atmosphere with various benefits, including flexible schedules and access to medical, dental, and vision for full-time team members.

Benefits

Tip share on top of hourly pay.

DailyPay partnership for immediate access to earned wages.

Flexible schedules.

Casual attire.

Growth opportunities.

Food discount card.

Exclusive discounts for events and shows.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits after 1 year.

Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1 year.

Support from Torchy’s Family Foundation.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Ability to serve guests with a high sense of urgency.
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Master the fry, grill, sauté, and steam stations to ensure high-quality food.
• Maintain a clean, organized work station adhering to food safety standards.
• Collaborate with back-of-house team members for timely food preparation.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

High sense of urgency

Job description

Line Cook – Fry, Grill, Sauté, Steam, Taco

The Torchy's legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating in locations across multiple states.

OUR MISSION: Be Damn Good. OUR VISION: Serve people the Best Damn Tacos. OUR WHY: Passion. OUR MOTTO: Devil is in the details.

Here’s what we need:

Line Cooks are the heart of the kitchen – where our Damn Good food is made from scratch every day! In a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant, you’ll be responsible for:

• Fry Cook: Master the fry station, ensuring all fried items are cooked to perfection with the right crispiness and flavor.
• Grill Cook: Operate the grill station, cooking proteins to the correct temperature and ensuring each taco ingredient is grilled to perfection.
• Saute Cook: Manage the sauté station, handling various ingredients to create dishes that are flavorful and perfectly cooked.
• Steam Cook: Operate steam equipment to prepare dishes that require steaming, maintaining the right texture and flavor.
• Taco: Assemble and build each taco to order, ensuring each one meets our high standards and guests’ expectations.

What you’ll be doing:

• Cooking & Prep: Prepare and cook a variety of ingredients on the grill, fryer, sauté, and steam stations according to Torchy's recipes and standards.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality and presentation of each dish, ensuring that every taco meets our Damn Good standards before it reaches the guest.
• Cleanliness & Organization: Maintain a clean and organized work station, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other BOH Team Members to ensure all food is prepared timely and correctly, contributing to a smooth kitchen operation.
• Inventory Management: Assist with stocking and organizing ingredients, ensuring the kitchen is set up for success before and during service.
• Efficiency: Operate with a sense of urgency during busy periods to keep up with guest demand, while maintaining the quality and presentation of the food.

QUE-SO…here’s what you’ll need:

• No experience required.
• 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:

• $0.00 to $0.00 based on experience OR $0.00 per hour
• Torchy’s team members receive tip share on top of hourly pay.
• Never again wait for a paycheck! Torchy's is proud to be a DailyPay partner, allowing you to access your pay as soon as the next day.
• Flexible schedules.
• Our attire is casual and we’ll throw in some of the swag.
• Incredible growth opportunities. This is more than just a job…it can lead to a Damn Good career!
• Damn Good food discount card for you AND your spouse.
• Day 1 access to exclusive discounts to shows, sporting events, hotels, and much more.
• 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.
• Damn Good Well-being Program that includes free access to all things financial wellness.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1 year of employment.
• Torchy’s Family Foundation supports our fellow Team Members in times of need and crisis.
• Bragging rights (Yeah, we’re kind of a big deal!).

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