Tortilla/Prep Cook

Chuy's Restaurants; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Holidays off (Thanksgiving & Christmas

401(k) with company match

Meal discount

Growth opportunities

English language support

Job summary

Chuy's Restaurants in Nashville, TN is seeking a Tortilla & Prep Cook to craft fresh tortillas from scratch and prep ingredients for our Tex-Mex menu. You will roll, chop, slice, mix, and prep everything needed to keep the kitchen humming.

If you enjoy hands-on work and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, this role offers schedule flexibility and opportunities for growth, with holidays off and benefits as highlighted.

Qualifications

• Prep or cooking experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Willingness to learn and follow recipes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh tortillas from scratch.
• Roll, chop, slice, mix and prep ingredients for dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in work stations.

Job description

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below

At Chuy’s, every dish starts with fresh ingredients, passion, and a whole lotta love—and that’s where you come in. As a Tortilla & Prep Cook, you’re the heartbeat of the kitchen, crafting fresh tortillas from scratch while prepping the ingredients that make our Tex‑Mex shine. You keep the kitchen running smoothly by rolling, chopping, slicing, mixing, and preparing everything needed for a legendary Chuy’s experience.

If you love working with your hands, value consistency, and thrive in a fast-paced, high‑energy environment, this is the job for you.

Why You’ll Love Working at Chuy’s

• Your Schedule, Your Way – Schedules that fit your life
• Home for the Holidays – Our restaurants are CLOSED on Thanksgiving & Christmas!
• A 401(k) that Pays – Get up to 6% company match after 1 year
• Discounted Meals – 25% off at all Darden brands
• Growth Opportunities – At Chuy’s we can help you reach your personal and professional goals
• Fast Fluency – Helping non-native speakers learn English
• State Benefits Overview