Prep Cook - AM / PM /LATE NIGHTS

Tacos el Terry; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts

EAP & Wellness

Paid Vacation

BCBS Medical

Dental & Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Tacos el Terry in Nashville's Broadway district is hiring Prep Cooks to join a high-energy, fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare ingredients, assemble tacos to order, and support the line during peak service. A strong team player with reliability and the ability to multitask will thrive in this role.

We offer benefits and a dynamic, hospitality-focused environment that welcomes culinary professionals dedicated to quality and teamwork on a busy, iconic street.

Qualifications

• Prep Cooks responsible for preparation and production of readying foods, garnishes and condiments.
• Available to work a variety of hours, including weekends.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items and ingredients for menu items according to recipes.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards during prep and service.
• Read and interpret a thermometer correctly and efficiently.

Skills

knives

thermometer

Tools

food thermometer

Job description

We are hiring people to join our team as PREP COOKS!

OPENING SOON! We are currently accepting applications with interviews beginning the week of Tuesday 9/8/26.

A Few of Our Prep Cook Benefits

• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

In the middle of the Broadway action, Tacos El Terry is a high-energy, quick-service taqueria. We will focus on a simple, quality menu featuring 4–5 made-to-order tacos, chips, guacamole, and fresh salsas. Every taco is made-to-order and served on fresh handmade tortillas. Our beverage program will focus on the classics; margaritas, palomas, and ice-cold beer. We are seeking a foundational team of hospitality and culinary professionals to operate this high-volume and exciting Broadway location on Nashville’s most iconic street.

Caring. Creative. Careers.
Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team.

EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

PREP COOK JOB DESCRIPTION

Prep Cooks are responsible for the preparation and production of readying foods, garnishes and condiments to be used on the line or for service.

Essential Functions

• Prepare food items and ingredients needed for menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
• Maintain food safety and quality standards
• Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
• Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
• Accurately account for all items coming out of the kitchen
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed