Charcoal Grill Cook (taquero)

*Job Overview for Casa Tacos Using Charcoal and Wood Grill:*Casa tacos restaurant is specializing in tacos al carbon offering a unique culinary experience, with an emphasis on using traditional grilling methods to prepare flavorful tacos. The restaurant's team is responsible for preparing and serving dishes that highlight the smoky, rich flavors imparted by the charcoal and wood grill.*Key Responsibilities:** *Grilling & Cooking:** Prepare and cook meats (such as steak, chicken, pork, fish) on a charcoal and wood grill.* Ensure grilling is done to perfection, with proper attention to temperatures, timing, and seasoning.* Monitor and maintain the grill, ensuring it stays at the optimal cooking temperature.* Prepare traditional side dishes and garnishes to complement grilled tacos.* *Food Preparation:** Prepare ingredients like salsas, marinades, and toppings for tacos.* Cut, chop, and prepare fresh vegetables, herbs, and other garnishes.* Ensure all ingredients are of high quality and prepared according to restaurant standards.* *Customer Service:** Provide exceptional customer service, explaining the menu and suggesting dishes to customers.* Serve food promptly and ensure that all orders meet the restaurant’s quality standards.* Maintain cleanliness and organization at the grill station and dining area.* *Inventory & Maintenance:** Track inventory levels for ingredients and supplies.* Assist in ordering supplies as needed to ensure the kitchen is stocked.* Clean and maintain grilling equipment, ensuring all tools are in good working condition.* *Safety & Hygiene:** Follow all health and safety protocols, especially concerning fire safety when using charcoal and wood grills.* Maintain a clean work area to adhere to food safety regulations.* Ensure proper food storage and handling to avoid contamination.* *Team Collaboration:** Work closely with other kitchen staff, including prep cooks, servers, and dishwashers, to ensure a smooth workflow.* Collaborate with management on special events, menu items, and promotions.*Required Skills and Qualifications:** Proven experience working in a kitchen, particularly with grilling or open flame cooking.* Open fire management and maintenance.* Knowledge of charcoal and wood grilling techniques and safety practices.* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple orders at once.* Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.* Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.* Passion for cooking and delivering high-quality food.*Desirable Traits:** Creativity and an interest in experimenting with new taco fillings, toppings, or marinades.* Strong attention to detail to ensure consistency in flavor and presentation.* Ability to handle the heat and physically demanding nature of grilling with charcoal and wood.This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, serving up delicious, high-quality tacos with the distinct smoky flavor that comes from using charcoal and wood as the primary grilling method.Starting wage $18.00 per hour, plus tips.Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: From $18.00 per hourShift availability:* Day Shift (Preferred)* Night Shift (Preferred)* Overnight Shift (Preferred)Ability to Commute:* Riverside, CA 92507 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Riverside, CA 92507: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12