Cook II - Rio Rancho (Full Time) (AM)

Laguna Development Corp•Rio Rancho, NM

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook II is responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking food according to established recipes, quality standards, and food safety requirements while ensuring consistency in food presentation and preparation. This role maintains high sanitation and cleanliness standards throughout the kitchen, including storage areas and equipment, follows proper food rotation and storage procedures, and complies with ServSafe, HACCP, and company safety guidelines. The Cook II must efficiently perform station duties, assist with menu preparation and food service, help open and close the kitchen, minimize food waste, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks under time constraints.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
Basic mathematical skills.
Knowledge of kitchen operations, food preservation, and sanitation regulations.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements for extended periods.
Strong communication skills.
Strong teamwork skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to uphold Fuego’s core values.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with guests, coworkers, and management.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous restaurant or food service experience.
ServSafe Food Handler Certification (must obtain within 30 days of employment).

Responsibilities

Preparing, seasoning, and cooking food according to established recipes, quality standards, and food safety requirements.
Ensuring consistency in food presentation and preparation.
Maintaining high sanitation and cleanliness standards throughout the kitchen, including storage areas and equipment.
Following proper food rotation and storage procedures.
Complying with ServSafe, HACCP, and company safety guidelines.
Efficiently performing station duties.
Assisting with menu preparation and food service.
Helping to open and close the kitchen.
Minimizing food waste.
Working effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks under time constraints.