Taquero (PT)

Vallarta Supermarkets•Valencia, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Vallarta’s standards of food safety, sanitation, and teamwork.

Requirements

Knowledge of Vallarta’s Taquería menu and food preparation.
Familiarity with equipment and tools used in the Taquería department.
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 U.S.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a cook or prep helper preferred.

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.
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 apron/smock as needed.
Abide by all company rules and Employee Handbook policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision (for Full-Time Team Members).
Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (for Full-Time Team Members).
401(k) Retirement Plan (for Full-Time Team Members).
Paid vacation (for Full-Time Team Members).
Access to legal services (for Full-Time Team Members).
Paid sick time (for Part-Time & Full-Time).
Premium pay for holidays (for Part-Time & Full-Time).
Scholarship opportunities (for Part-Time & Full-Time).
Savings marketplace & credit union membership (for Part-Time & Full-Time).
Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.) (for Part-Time & Full-Time).