Line Cook

At Calacas, we are passionate about creating and curating memorable and unique experiences for our guests. We are looking for passionate individuals, with a strong work ethic and the desire to be a part of our restaurant team, an independently owned and chef driven Mexican cuisine concept.

Competitive pay - $20-$25 an hour - based on experience and ability

Unique incentive program that provides increased monthly income

Benefits:

• competitive wages
• growth opportunities
• medical insurance
• weekly pay
• employee discount

Major Responsibilities:

• Set up and stock all food stations with necessary supplies
• Prep all needed food items for service
• With the help of kitchen staff, proper execution of menu items
• Ensure that all food is made in a timely fashion and always in high quality
• Certify that all nutrition and sanitation regulations are kept
• Aid Head Chef in managing all food stations for menu execution.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Be able to handle hot and cold work conditions during food preparation
• Continuous reaching, bending, lifting, carrying
• Be able to stand and be on foot for the majority of the scheduled shift

Knowledge and Skills:

• Clear understanding of menu items
• Understand and responsible for prepping ingredients
• Strong grasp on various cooking methods, food items, equipment, etc.
• Be able to multitask in a high volume kitchen

Qualifications:

• 5 years industry experience needed
• culinary school is a plus

Physical Setting:

• Upscale Casual dining restaurant

Calacas celebrates Mexican cuisine by taking a modern approach to traditional dishes inspired from different regions of Mexico by pairing locally sourced ingredients with bold and unique flavors. Our dynamic bar program offers a curated selection of the finest Tequilas and Mezcals carefully crafted and paired to walk in stride with our culinary offerings and philosophy. These agave-based spirits creates the base of our cocktail menu.

Salary

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits

Bonus pay, Health insurance, Employee discount

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

Weekend availability, Monday to Friday, 8 hour shift, 10 hour shift