Company Overview
Taco Palenque is a vibrant Mexican cuisine restaurant chain serving delicious, authentic dishes in and northern. Established in 1987, the restaurant is renowned for its flavorful flame-grilled fajitas, parrilladas, pirata tacos, homemade desserts, and breakfast tacos, creating a lively dining experience rooted in tradition.
Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Line Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes that meet our standards for flavor and presentation. Your enthusiasm for food preparation and commitment to safety will help deliver exceptional dining experiences to our guests.
Duties
- Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, fryers, knives, and other culinary tools.
- Assist with food prep tasks such as slicing, dicing, marinating, and portioning ingredients using proper knife skills and slicing techniques.
- Maintain cleanliness of workstations by following food safety standards and sanitation protocols.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and smooth kitchen operations.
- Follow recipe adherence and portion control guidelines to ensure consistency across all dishes.
- Support catering events or special functions as needed with meal preparation and setup.
Qualifications
- Previous food industry experience, particularly in restaurant or catering environments.
- Strong knowledge of food safety management practices and adherence to safety standards in production.
- Skilled in food handling, cooking techniques, and operating various kitchen equipment.
- Experience with menu planning, food preparation, and recipe execution.
- Excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively with kitchen staff.
- Demonstrated culinary experience with knife skills, slicing techniques, and meal preparation methods.
- Dietary department or dietary aide experience is a plus but not required; a passion for learning about dietary needs is valued.
Join us to bring vibrant flavors to life while honing your culinary skills in a lively team environment!
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
