Main Responsibilities of a Cook:

● Preparing workstations, cooking ingredients, and kitchen equipment for cooking.
● Cooking and arranging food.

Cook Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced cook to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our restaurant.

The person we are hoping to employ is first and foremost a skilled, organized, and creative cook. We are looking for someone to work as a team player, follow instructions, and help us delight our customers with delicious food from our menu. In addition to cooking prowess, great communication and organizational skills are paramount.

A good candidate for this job is a person with attention to detail who can keep the kitchen tidy and clean all while preparing, cooking, and arranging food together with the rest of our kitchen staff. We pride ourselves in our exceptional service, and we expect nothing less from our cooks. The advantage goes to candidates with a diploma from a culinary school.

Responsibilities of a Cook:

● Maintaining a sanitized and well-organized kitchen.
● Preparing workstations for cooking.
● Preparing and maintaining kitchen equipment.
● Checking the quality of the ingredients.
● Preparing cooking ingredients using various techniques.
● Cooking food using various culinary techniques.
● Arranging food and ensuring appealing presentation.
● Manage food storage, stock, and ingredient orders.

You'll Crush at Your Job If you are Great at:

• Efficiency and speed: A great Line/Prep Cook must work quickly and efficiently so that our speed of service objectives are met while preparing food that meets our high standards of quality and plate presentation. 
• Organization:  Since speed of execution is so important, so is maintaining and organized work area. A great Line/Prep Cook keeps a sufficient level of product ready in the right storage areas. A great Line/Prep Cook has the right tools and equipment ready when needed. 
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced work environment: A great Line/Prep Cook must be able to think quickly on his/her feet with multiple activities going on at once. A great Line/Prep Cook doesn't get flustered easily and even enjoys the challenge of an extra busy shift. 
• Focus on quality, pride in work: A Line/Prep Cook’s work is placed directly in front of our guests. The type of job performed by our Line/Prep Cook influences our guests' entire experience. Great Line/Prep Cooks take great pride in serving great food and follows our high standards of quality and consistency on every product that leaves their station. 
• Always a Team Player: A great Line/Prep Cook is always aware of what's happening on the line and in the kitchen and is ready and willing to help others get the job done.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is required to stand and walk for up to 6 hours consecutively. The employee must occasionally lift or move restaurant supplies, up to 50 pounds.

Education & Experience

1. Restaurant experience preferred.

2. Leadership experience preferred. 

3. Fluency in both English and Spanish is greatly preferred. 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

Team Member Meal Benefit Program

• Before or after your shift: 50% off of your food or beverage purchases. For Team Member only.
• Complimentary meal and beverage when working 8 or more consecutive hours.
• 25% off food and drink for up to 4 people when visiting any restaurant in the Toromojo group.

401K 

• Must be 18 years old to participate.
• Eligible to enroll after 6 months of employment.
• Company match if Team Member is employed at the end of the plan year. 

The above benefits and the following benefits are available for Team Members working a minimum of 18.50 hours per week:

• Colonial Life Plans:
  • Medical Bridge (Option 1)
  • Medical Bridge (Option 2)
  • Disability Income Coverage
  • Accident Coverage
  • Term Life Insurance
  • Critical Illness Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage

The above benefits and the following benefits are available for Team Members working 30 or more hours per week:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance effective the 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment
  • Company pays 50% of employee only. You may add spouse, children or family.
  • We offer 3 tiers of health insurance through United Healthcare to choose from.
  • We offer 2 dental plans to choose from, United Healthcare and CarePlus Dental
  • You do not have to elect the health insurance to elect the dental and/or vision.
• 25K Life AD&D company paid policy. You will be automatically enrolled regardless of enrolling in benefits.

Employee Assistance Program / Supportlinc - Lifetime Membership! 

At some point in our lives, each of us faces a problem or situation that is difficult to resolve. When these instances arise, we will be there to help. Supportlinc employee assistance program (EAP) is a confidential resource that helps you deal with life’s challenges and the demands that come with balancing home and work supporting provides professional counseling and referrals to address a

wide array of personal and work-related concerns. 

Expert Referrals and Consultation:

• Whether you are a new patient, caregiver, selling your home, or looking for legal advice, you’re likely to need guidance and referrals to expert resources.
  • Legal Assist – Free telephonic or Face-to-Face Legal Consultation 
  • Financial Assist – Expert Financial Planning and Consultation
  • Family Assist – Consultation and Referrals for Everyday Issues, such as Dependent Care, Auto Repair, Pet Care, and Home Improvement. 
• Technology and SupportLinc WEB
  • Practical Tools and Resources to Practice Resiliency, Mindfulness, and Other Skills
  • Search Engines for Dependent Care, Education, Legal, Financial and Convenience Services
  • Discounted Gym Memberships
  • Secure Video Counseling through the eConnect Portal
  • On-Demand Education
  • Bilingual Content
  • MOBILE eConnect Mobile App for On-the-Go Access
  • Call or Live Chat with a Licensed Counselor
  • Scheduled Video or In-Person Counseling
  • TEXT THERAPY
  • Exchange Text Messages, Voicenotes, and Resources with a Licensed Counselor.

Perkspot – our own “Groupon” for our Team Members. 

THOUSANDS of discounts on a huge variety of goods and services including: Apparel, Books, Music, Movies, Cars, Auto Maintenance, Electronics, Food & Dining, Health &Wellness, Home & Garden, Kids & Pets, Movie Tickets, Sports and Outdoor Recreation, Travel, Car Rentals, Hotels, Airline Tickets and SO MUCH MORE.