What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Truck Cook (Taquero) position at Taco Express?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Food Truck Cook to join our vibrant culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality, flavorful meals in a fast-paced mobile kitchen environment. Your expertise will ensure that every dish meets our standards for taste, presentation, and food safety. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary skills while serving a diverse community of food lovers. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional food experiences on the go.
Duties
- Prepare and cook a variety of menu items with precision, adhering to established recipes and presentation standards
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment such as grills, fryers, poaching pots, braising pans, and food prep stations safely and efficiently
- Follow strict food safety and sanitizing procedures to ensure a clean and hygienic work environment
- Assist with menu planning based on customer preferences and ingredient availability
- Manage high-volume food production during busy service periods while maintaining quality control
- Handle food preparation tasks including chopping, slicing, marinating, and portioning ingredients accurately
- Ensure proper food handling practices are followed at all times to meet health regulations
- Support catering events or special service requests as needed
- Maintain inventory levels and communicate supply needs promptly to ensure seamless operations
Qualifications
- Proven experience in food industry roles such as dietary aide, restaurant cook, or catering chef with a focus on high-volume production
- Strong knowledge of food safety management, sanitizing procedures, and proper food handling techniques
- Skilled in various cooking methods including grilling, braising, poaching, and meal preparation
- Excellent knife skills and proficiency operating commercial kitchen equipment
- Experience with menu planning and recipe adherence in fast-paced environments
- Background in fine dining or restaurant settings is highly desirable
- Familiarity with dietary department requirements and catering services is a plus
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
- Exceptional teamwork skills with a positive attitude toward serving customers effectively
Join us as a Food Truck Cook (
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $14