Taqueria Cook — From-Scratch Mexican Dishes, Fast-Paced

Vallarta Supermarkets; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings marketplace

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Arcadia, CA is seeking a friendly Cook to prepare authentic Mexican and Central American dishes from scratch and maintain high kitchen standards.

You will gather ingredients, prep, and cook menu items to Vallarta standards while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. Join our team for a vibrant, community-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of authentic Mexican and Central American food prep.
• Familiarity with kitchen tools and equipment.
• Experience as a restaurant cook or prep helper.
• Basic English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding, prompt, and courteous service.
• Work as a team member and assist coworkers as needed.
• Prepare and cook from scratch all menu items (guisados, soups, salsa, mole, rice, beans, etc.) consistently to Vallarta standards.
• Gather, wash, and prepare food ingredients.
• Communicate ingredients and supply needs, including inventory of prepared food, to management.
• Transport products to coolers and storage areas.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow food safety, health code regulations, personal hygiene, and sanitation practices.
• Follow dress code policies, changing apron/smock as needed.
• Treat coworkers and customers respectfully at all times.
• Use equipment and tools safely, report equipment issues immediately.
• Abide by company rules and Employee Handbook policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Mexican cuisine

Kitchen tools

Restaurant cook

English basics

Job description

Vallarta Supermarkets in Arcadia, CA is seeking a friendly Cook to prepare authentic Mexican and Central American dishes from scratch and maintain high kitchen standards.

You will gather ingredients, prep, and cook menu items to Vallarta standards while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required. Join our team for a vibrant, community-focused workplace.