Line Cook | Cocinero De La Linea

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Line Cook – Fry, Grill, Sauté, Steam, Taco
The Torchy’s legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer. Today we operate over 130 restaurants nationwide, serving Damn Good food made from scratch every day.

IGNITING YOUR ORIGINALITY.

TO BE THE CHOICE FOR ALL WHO CRAVE DAMN GOOD FOOD AND TO EXPRESS THEIR AUTHENTIC SPIRIT.

PASSIONATE PEOPLE CRAFTING CRAVEABLE FOOD AND WELCOMING VIBES.

THE DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS.

Line Cooks are the heart of the kitchen – where our Damn Good food is made from scratch every day! In a fast‑paced, high‑volume restaurant, you’ll be responsible for:

• Fry Cook: Master the fry station, ensuring all fried items are cooked to perfection with the right crispiness and flavor.
• Grill Cook: Operate the grill station, cooking proteins to the correct temperature and ensuring each taco ingredient is grilled to perfection.
• Saute Cook: Manage the sauté station, handling various ingredients to create dishes that are flavorful and perfectly cooked.
• Steam Cook: Operate steam equipment to prepare dishes that require steaming, maintaining the right texture and flavor.
• Taco Cook: Assemble and build each taco to order, ensuring each one meets our high standards and guests’ expectations.

Additional duties include:

• Cooking & Prep:
  Prepare and cook a variety of ingredients on the grill, fryer, sauté, and steam stations according to Torchy's recipes and standards.
• Quality Control:
  Monitor the quality and presentation of each dish, ensuring that every taco meets our Damn Good standards before it reaches the guest.
• Cleanliness & Organization:
  Maintain a clean and organized work station, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with other BOH Team Members to ensure all food is prepared timely and correctly, contributing to a smooth kitchen operation.
• Inventory Management:
  Assist with stocking and organizing ingredients, ensuring the kitchen is set up for success before and during service.
• Efficiency:
  Operate with a sense of urgency during busy periods to keep up with guest demand while maintaining quality and presentation.

• Must meet state and local requirements for Food Handler’s certification; certification(s) must be obtained prior to your first day.
• Previous experience preferred, but not required.
• Open to varied work schedules and hours based on restaurant needs.
• Must be able to stand for several hours, bend, stretch, twist, and reach for objects on shelves at multiple height levels.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to serve guests’ needs with a high sense of urgency.
• Ability to have fun!

• $13.00 per hour plus tip share.
• Daily Pay partner – access pay the next day.
• Flexible schedules.
• Casual attire with team swag.
• Growth opportunities – a Damn Good career path.
• Damp Good food discount card for you and your spouse.
• Day 1 access to exclusive discounts on shows, sporting events, hotels, and more.
• Full‑time benefits (medical, dental, vision) after 1 year; 401(k) after 6 months.
• Damp Good Well‑being Program with free financial wellness access.
• Paid Time Off after 1 year.
• Torchy’s Family Foundation support during times of need.
• Bragging rights – we’re a big deal!

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