Line Cook | Cocinero De La Linea

Torchy's Tacos • Olathe, KS

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About The Position

Torchy’s is hiring a Line Cook to prepare made-from-scratch food in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant. The role may involve working the fry, grill, sauté, steam, or taco station. Line Cooks prepare ingredients and dishes according to Torchy’s recipes and standards, build tacos to order, and ensure food is properly cooked, presented, and ready for guests.

The position also involves maintaining a clean and organized workstation and following food-safety and sanitation standards. Line Cooks collaborate with other back-of-house team members, help stock and organize ingredients, and work with urgency during busy periods while maintaining food quality.

Requirements

• Meet state and local requirements for Food Handler’s certification; obtain required certification by the first day or within the timeline required by the location.
• Be able to stand for several hours.
• Be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach for objects on shelves at various heights.
• Be able to lift, push, pull, or carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to serve guests’ needs with a high sense of urgency.
• Be able to work varied schedules and hours based on restaurant needs.
• Previous experience is preferred in the English-language posting; the Spanish-language posting says experience is not required.
• Have the ability to have fun.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook ingredients at the grill, fryer, sauté, and steam stations according to Torchy’s recipes and standards.
• Operate the fry station and ensure fried items have the intended doneness, crispiness, and flavor.
• Operate the grill station and cook proteins to the correct temperature.
• Manage the sauté station and prepare ingredients and dishes to the required quality.
• Operate steam equipment to prepare foods while maintaining their texture and flavor.
• Assemble and build tacos to order according to company standards and guest expectations.
• Monitor the quality and presentation of dishes before they reach guests.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation and meet food-safety and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with back-of-house team members to ensure food is prepared correctly and on time.
• Assist with stocking and organizing ingredients before and during service.
• Work with urgency during busy periods while maintaining food quality and presentation.

Benefits

• $16 per hour, plus pooled tips that increase total take-home pay.
• Flexible schedules.
• Food discount card for the employee and spouse.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time team members after one year of employment.
• 401(k) after six months of employment.
• Paid time off after one year of employment.
• Support from the Torchy’s Family Foundation for team members in times of need and crisis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed