Line Cook | Cocinero De La Linea
About The Position
Line Cooks prepare made-from-scratch food in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant. They may work across fry, grill, sauté, steam, and taco stations, preparing ingredients and dishes according to Torchy’s recipes and standards. The role includes monitoring food quality and presentation, maintaining food safety and sanitation, coordinating with other back-of-house team members, assisting with ingredient stocking and organization, and working efficiently during busy service periods. The posting states that previous experience is preferred in English; the Spanish description says no experience is required.
Requirements
- Meet state and local requirements for Food Handler’s certification; obtain certification by the first day or within the timeline required by the location.
- Be open to varied work schedules and hours based on restaurant needs.
- 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.
- Serve guest needs with a high sense of urgency.
- Previous experience preferred in the English-language description; the Spanish-language description states that experience is not required.
- Have the ability to have fun.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook ingredients at the grill, fryer, sauté, and steam stations according to Torchy’s recipes and standards.
- Cook fried items, proteins, sautéed ingredients, and steamed dishes to the required quality and texture.
- Assemble tacos to order and ensure they meet company standards and guest expectations.
- Monitor the quality and presentation of dishes before they reach guests.
- Maintain a clean, organized workstation and comply with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborate with other back-of-house team members to prepare food accurately and on time.
- Assist with stocking and organizing ingredients before and during service.
- Work with a sense of urgency during busy periods while maintaining food quality and presentation.
Benefits
- Hourly pay of $14.00 to $16.00, plus pooled tips.
- Flexible schedules.
- Food discount card for the employee and spouse.
- Access to 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.
- Torchy’s Family Foundation support for team members during times of need or crisis.
- DailyPay access, as stated in the Spanish-language description.
- Casual attire, with additional clothing provided, as stated in the Spanish-language description.
- Growth opportunities, as stated in the Spanish-language description.
- Discounts on shows, sporting events, hotels, and more from the first day, as stated in the Spanish-language description.
- Wellness program including free access to financial wellness resources, as stated in the Spanish-language description.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
