Line Cook | Cocinero De La Linea

Torchy's Team Member

Why It Pays To Be A Torchy's Team Member

Starting at $15.00–$18.00/hr based on experience, with pooled tips that regularly add $4.50+/hr to your take-home — an effective rate of $19.50–$22.50/hr*

Flexible schedules.

Damn Good food discount card for you AND your spouse.

Access to all benefits including medical, dental, and vision for full-time Team Members after 1 year of employment, plus 401(k) after 6 months.

Here's What We Need

Line Cooks are at the heart of what makes Torchy's food damn good. Working across our back of house stations, you are responsible for preparing menu items with consistency, speed, and care. This role is a key part of a fast-moving kitchen team where food quality and teamwork matter in equal measure.

What You'll Be Doing

• Food Preparation & Production — You will prepare menu items according to Torchy's recipes, specifications, and portioning standards, ensuring every taco meets our quality expectations.
• Station Operation — You will set up, operate, and break down your assigned station — keeping it clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout your shift.
• Food Safety & Sanitation — You will follow all food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Speed & Accuracy — You will execute orders with a sense of urgency and accuracy, maintaining pace during high-volume periods without sacrificing quality.
• Kitchen Teamwork — You will communicate clearly and work closely with your fellow kitchen team members to keep the line running smoothly and guests taken care of.
• Additional Responsibilities — You will perform additional duties as assigned.

Que-So... Here's What You'll Need

Minimum Qualifications

• Must meet state and local requirements for Food Handler's certification.
• Certification(s) must be obtained by your first day or within the timeline required by your location.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to work varied schedules and hours based on your restaurant's needs.
• Must be able to stand for several hours.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach for objects on shelves at various height levels.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 40 pounds.

*Tip amounts are based on pooled tip averages and will vary by location, shift, and volume. Tips are not guaranteed.

Por Qué Vale la Pena Ser Miembro del Equipo Torchy's

• A partir de $15.00–$18.00/hr según experiencia, con propinas compartidas que regularmente agregan $4.50+/hr a tu sueldo — una tarifa efectiva de $19.50–$22.50/hr*
• Horarios flexibles.
• Tarjeta de descuento en comida Damn Good para ti Y tu cónyuge.
• Acceso a todos los beneficios incluyendo médico, dental y visión para Miembros del Equipo de tiempo completo después de 1 año de empleo, más 401(k) después de 6 meses.

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