Cook / Taquero(a)
hace 13 horas
Manhattan, New York
As a Cook / Taquero, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the consistent quality and timely preparation of our menu items. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating closely with the kitchen team to meet customer demands and uphold our standards of food excellence. Your responsibilities will include: Trompo: ● Assemble and prepare trompos according to established recipes and standards. ● Marinate and season meats, ensuring they are well-flavored and tender. ● Skewer and arrange meat on the trompo, ensuring even distribution for proper cooking. ● Operate and maintain trompo cooking equipment, ensuring it is clean and functioning properly. ● Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure meat is cooked to the appropriate doneness. ● Slice cooked meat from the trompo and prepare it for serving in tacos. ● Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Grill: ● Prepare and cook food items on the grill according to established recipes and standards. ● Ensure all food is cooked to the appropriate temperature and consistency. ● Maintain a clean and organized work area, including the grill, prep areas, and storage areas. ● Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. ● Monitor food inventory and notify management of any shortages or issues. Taquero: ● Greet customers with "Bienvenidos" and a smile. Take pride in serving guests and providing exceptional customer service. ● Prepare menu items according to established recipes and specifications, ensuring adherence to quality standards and food safety regulations. ● Work with speed and accuracy to meet customer orders promptly while maintaining product freshness and consistency. ● Conduct regular inspections of ingredients and finished products to uphold quality standards, promptly addressing any discrepancies or issues. ● Ensure all food and other items are stored correctly. ● Collaborate closely with other kitchen staff, including cashiers, prep, Tortillero(as) and managers, to ensure seamless coordination and teamwork. ● Follow standard operating procedures for food preparation, cooking, and sanitation, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at all times. ● Be willing to assist in other kitchen duties as needed, such as inventory management, dishwashing, and cleaning. ● Complete other tasks assigned by the Manager on Duty.. ● Set up workstations with all necessary ingredients and kitchen equipment. ● Ensure excellent presentation before serving our products. ● Monitor products to ensure they do not run out during peak hours and that the grill is not overstocked during downtime. ● Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients. ● Execute opening and closing procedures. ● Set up workstations with necessary ingredients and equipment, clean and disinfect work areas, equipment, and utensils. Requirements: ● Bilingual (English / Spanish) basic to intermediate level preferred ● Excellent customer service skills and great attitude ● Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a fast-paced restaurant environment. ● Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. ● Able to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment ● Ability to lift up to 50 pounds ● Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks. ● Ability to follow all sanitation procedures. ● Ability to stand in one place for hours at a time and handle extreme heat. ● Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain composure during busy periods. ● Ability to work in a team. ● Strong communication and teamwork skills. Qualifications: ● Excellent communication skills. ● Experience as a cook. ● Knowledge of food safety procedures and sanitation practices, including safe temperatures at which ingredients should be stored and food should be prepared to prevent foodborne illnesses. ● Proficiency in basic cooking techniques and food preparation methods.