Taquero PT

Vallarta Supermarkets; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plan

401k Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Life and AD&D Insurance

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in the United States is seeking a Taquero to prepare food orders for customers and assist cooks by gathering ingredients, ensuring portion quality and presentation, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. You will greet customers, promote sales, follow health codes, and work as part of a team to deliver fast, friendly service while upholding Vallarta's standards.

This role requires basic English, flexibility to work evenings and weekends, and the ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• Friendly courteous personality with strong customer service skills.
• Knowledge of Vallarta's Taquera menu and food preparation.
• Familiarity with equipment used in the Taquera department.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers with a smile and provide outstanding prompt service.
• Prepare food orders consistently in portion quality and appearance to company standards.
• Only prepare food orders that have been paid for.
• Promote sales by suggestive selling of advertised specials.
• Assist cooks in gathering and preparing meats and other ingredients.
• Notify management when products or supplies are needed.
• Transport products to and from coolers and storage areas.
• Monitor food temperatures and report discrepancies to management.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow health codes food safety practices and sanitation procedures.
• Follow company dress code and policies.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

English basic

Job description

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About the Role

The Taquero prepares food orders for customers while assisting cooks with gathering and preparing ingredients. This role ensures consistency in portion quality and presentation while maintaining a clean and safe work area. Taqueros provide prompt courteous service and promote sales by suggestive selling all while supporting Vallartas standards of food safety sanitation and teamwork.

What Youll Do

• Greet customers with a smile and provide outstanding prompt service
• Prepare food orders consistently in portion quality and appearance to company standards
• Only prepare food orders that have been paid for
• Promote sales by suggestive selling of advertised specials
• Assist cooks in gathering and preparing meats and other ingredients
• Notify management when products or supplies are needed
• Transport products to and from coolers and storage areas
• Monitor food temperatures and report discrepancies to management
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Work safely using tools and equipment properly and report issues immediately
• Treat coworkers and customers respectfully; no profanity or obscene gestures
• Follow all health codes food safety practices and sanitation procedures
• Follow company dress code; change apronsmock as needed
• Abide by all company rules and Employee Handbook policies
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk constantly 68 hoursday
• Frequent bending neckwaist squatting twisting and reaching abovebelow shoulders
• Frequent hand use for grasping power grasping pushing pulling and fine manipulation
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Heaviest item tray of cooked meat 5175 lbs carried 2 feet
• Exposure to extremes in temperature or humidity
• No driving heavy machinery uneven ground noise or work at heights required

What Were Looking For

• Friendly courteous personality with strong customer service skills
• Knowledge of Vallartas Taquera menu and food preparation
• Familiarity with equipment and tools used in the Taquera department
• Prior experience as a cook or prep helper preferred
• Basic understanding of English language
• Ability to work safely in a fast paced environment
• Team oriented respectful and professional attitude
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US

Work Environment

• Fast paced Taquera setting with direct customer interaction
• Exposure to perishable products hot foods and changing conditions
• Collaborative team focused workplace
• Must be able to work flexible schedules including evenings weekends and holidays

Benefits

Full Time Team Members Health medical plan 25week plus free dental & vision Free 25000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Paid vacation Access to legal services Part Time & Full Time Benefits Paid sick time Premium pay for holidays Scholarship opportunities Savings marketplace & credit union membership Recognition programs birthdays years of service spirit days etc

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