Prep Cook: Fast-Casual Mexican Kitchen

Ontario Trillium Foundation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

El Mercado is seeking a kitchen prep team member in San Antonio to support fast-casual service. You will prepare ingredients ahead of service, chop vegetables, and portion proteins to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

You will follow recipes, maintain basic food safety, and thrive in a loud, high-volume environment while collaborating with teammates to deliver consistent bowls and burritos.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to listen, understand, and respond to team member and guest requests in a loud environment.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Food preparation skills (ingredient prep, chopping, portioning)
• Organization and workstation setup
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions
• Basic food safety knowledge

Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients ahead of service, such as chopping vegetables, portioning proteins, and organizing items to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Follow recipes

Food safety basics

Job description

El Mercado is seeking a kitchen prep team member in San Antonio to support fast-casual service. You will prepare ingredients ahead of service, chop vegetables, and portion proteins to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

You will follow recipes, maintain basic food safety, and thrive in a loud, high-volume environment while collaborating with teammates to deliver consistent bowls and burritos.