TB LINE COOK: TACO STATION/POINT JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Line Cook; Taco Station/Point Person
REPORTS TO: Culinary Manager
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: The primary objective of the point person is essentially to lead the line through the entire food production service. Not only does this line cook build expertly crafted tacos & rice bowls and manage proteins cooking on the grill, but they also communicate with the other line cooks and the expeditor to ensure that food is going out in a timely, organized manner with exceptional quality and efficiency.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Controls the flow of food coming out from the kitchen
Communicates with fellow line cooks to ensure all items to complete the ticket come out together in a timely fashion
Communicates with the expeditor to keep organized, on track, and aware
Follows recipes & guidelines to create food that is quality and consistent
Building tacos and cooking proteins on the flame & flat top grill
Uses a variety of cooking utensils and equipment to prep and execute a variety of food items
Follows safety & sanitation guidelines to reduce safety risks and cross contamination
Uses chit tickets to build & appropriately plate tacos and rice bowls
Stocks, maintains, and cleans the taco & grill station before, during, and after shift
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
Excellent Communication Skills
Excellent Time Management Skills
Excellent Leadership Skills
Strong Organization Skills
Strong Prioritization Skills
Good Listening Skills
Good Knife/Cooking Skills
Eye for Detail
Positive Attitude
Ability to Remain Calm, Friendly, & Enthusiastic Under Pressure
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must have reliable means of transportation
Must be able to read and identify order items on a chit ticket
Must have previous kitchen experience in a high volume restaurant
Must have the ability to stand on feet for up to 8 hours per shift
Ability to lift heavy objects often