Cook Associate

Taqueria Position

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Help the taqueria leader prepare authentic Mexican dishes and any other necessary task.
• Keep the line presentable, fresh, well decorated and full.
• Prepare the sauces, place them in the salsa bar and prepare the fresh waters.
• Prepare fruit cocktails and handmade corn tortillas.
• Elaborate on the preparation prior to production.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Implement the cleaning and sanitizing guidelines established by the Health Department.
• Clean, give rotation to the products and organize the refrigerator.
• Ensure that all condiments and cutlery are available to the clients.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the taqueria area, including the salsa bar and tables.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Keep the work area clean, orderly and free from safety hazards.
• Report faulty equipment and hazards to management.
• Perform any other task assigned by the store manager.

Minimum requirements:

• 1 year experience in the taqueria area, restaurant or kitchen.
• Ability to read at an eighth-grade level.
• Basic knowledge of mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Knowledge of the weight and volume measurements.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.