Summary
Ready to spice things up? We’re on the hunt for our next cook. As cook, you’ll help to showcase what true authentic mexican cuisine is all about. If you’ve got a passion for food and are looking for a company that can offer room for growth, we’d love to hear from you.
Profile
You can handle the heat, working well under pressure you can ensure a smooth lunch and dinner service. You consider yourself to be:
● A Team player—no job is too small or big, you jump in when needed.
● Strong Communicator—you ask thoughtful questions and clarify when needed. You
leave no questions unanswered so the team knows what needs to get done.
● Quality Obsessed—you follow the playbook, watching your portions and sticking to
the recipe. You know consistency is what we need to build a loyal customer base.
● Efficient—you can prioritize what needs to be done and tackle it with efficiency.
About Gus Tacos
At Gus Tacos we’re not just any taco joint. Focusing on high-quality, handpicked ingredients our wallet friendly menu showcases what authentic Mexican cuisine is truly about. As a family-owned chain, we treat each team member like a valued compadre, creating a fun and supportive work environment.With room for growth, Gus Tacos provides numerous opportunities for career advancement.
Responsibilities
As cook you are responsible for:
● Ensure food is served in a timely manner by working efficiently with the back of house
and front of house team.
● Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment to ensure the health and
well-being of customers by adhering to food safety standards.
● Maintaining our quality standards by ensuring the food is prepared consistently and to
our high standards.
● Minimizing food waste by managing inventory and controlling portions.
Duties
● Prep food items at the beginning, middle, and end of the day to ensure timely availability for service.
● Fulfill catering orders with attention to detail and adherence to menu specifications.
● Cook and assemble food items following prescribed recipes and menu guidelines.
● Strictly adhere to proper food handling and safety protocols to maintain a safe kitchen
environment.
● Plate and garnish dishes according to our standards, ensuring presentation excellence.
● Count inventory regularly toensuret sufficient stock levels..
● Work effectively with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service for customers.
● Store food items properly, labeling and dating them to prevent waste and ensure
freshness.
● Follow cleaning schedules and procedures to maintain a well-organized and hygienic
kitchen environment.
● Assist in receiving and inspecting deliveries to verify the quality and quantity of incoming
food supplies.
● Communicate effectively with the front-of-house staff to coordinate online orders and
delivery, ensuring a seamless experience for eat-in and dine-out customers.
● Participate in training sessions to improve skills, learn new techniques, and stay up to
date on menu changes.
Physical Job Requirements
● Can lift and carry up to 50 pounds
● Capable of standing for long periods of time.
Compensation: $18.50 / hour + tips + meal subsidy
AI disclosure: We do not use any AI to screen applicants
This role is for an existing vacancy.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.50 per hour
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
