Casa Reina Taqueria & Tequila
Location: 1 Anderson Circle, St. Augustine, FL 32084
How to apply: Online on Indeed
Job Description:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Stock, organize, and clean kitchen and cooking utensils
- Demonstrate strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing
- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, correct temperatures and plating guidelines
- Ensure proper placement of side items on plate while noting any special instructions
- Stock/restock items on line according to specifications
- Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper food handling, cross contamination prevention, and food allergy awareness
- Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas, to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
- Support opening and closing duties including station setup & breakdown, FIFO (First In, First Out) stocking, cleanliness, and organization
- Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
- Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes
- Portion, arrange, and garnish food according to specs and procedures, and sell to expo to serve to patrons.
- Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock. Using the FIFO procedures.
- Follow instructions to uphold high standards
- Work well under pressure, multitasking with speed, efficiency, and a sense of urgency
A Line Cook should possess the following Qualifications & Experience:
- Prior cooking experience in a full-service restaurant is preferred
- Proficient with kitchen tools and equipment, with an understanding of back-of-house operations
- Ability to deliver accurate orders with consistency
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and food industry standards
- Dependable, dedicated, and adaptable with a strong work ethic
- Reliable and punctual team player with a positive, patient attitude
- Ability to work effectively within a team and maintain positive attitude
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, continuously bend, reach and twist
- Must be at least 18 years old
