Prep Cook

Inspired by the taco stands of Tijuana and many adventures along the Baja Peninsula, Showa Hospitality needed an authentic taco stand experience to satisfy our cravings north of the border.

Turn your love of food into a career at The Taco Stand. In our restaurants, we're passionate about innovative flavors and fresh, handcrafted food. We're looking for people who share our passion and are dedicated to creating a great experience through service that invites interaction with our guests.

Qualified candidates must have previous fast casual food service experience and cooking experience.

Be a motivated self-starter and able to work cleanly, efficiently, with respect for quality ingredients and careful attention to preparation.

Must be able to operate effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly, and ensure smooth service operations and quality service.

Reply to this ad with your resume if you would like to be considered.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: hourly + tips

Prep Cooks are organized, efficient and provide clean and safe dishes and small wares for restaurant operations.

Essential Functions:

? Sets up station according to restaurant guidelines. ? Prepares food items ads directed in a sanitary and timely manner. ? Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant. ? Restocks all items as needed throughout shift. ? Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills. ? Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station. ? Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas. ? Ability to safely operate a commercial dish machine ? Ability to manage safe use of chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing ? Ability to re-stock and move effortlessly between active cook lines ? Cleaning and organizing duties are completed accurately and on time ? Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the Chef or Kitchen Manager at any time.

Qualifications

? Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills. ? Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures. ? Ability to take direction. ? Ability to work in a team environment. ? Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure. ? Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized. ? Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge.

General Physical Demands for the Position:

Cooks will regularly stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, turn, lift, talk, walk, walk on uneven ground, carry and lift up to fifty (50) pounds. Team lift is required for anything over twenty-five (25) pounds or any awkward lifting.