Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q Cook

Job DetailsDescription Summary of Position: Greet all guests upon arrival, provide excellent customer service with an upbeat personality and warm smile. Clean the kitchen, equipment, and all dining areas. The Prep Cook accurately and efficiently prepare ingredients and assits cooks in the preperation of food. This is a part time, non-exempt position. Duties & Responsibilities: Refer to daily prep list at the start of each shift for assigned duties. Assumes 100% responsibility quality of products prepped. Knowledgeable of standards, portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures. Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period. Comply with strict safety and hygiene protocols in the handling, storage and preparation of all food to guarantee the highest levels of food safety and hygiene in compliance with health and safety standards. Set up and maintain a clean organized area. Clean up and break down the station including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices, to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment and prevent foodborne illnesses. Operate and maintain equipment and tools, ensuring that they are in good working condition and properly disinfected to optimize efficiency and safety during meat cutting & taco making. Communicate effectively with other staff members to fulfill customer orders. Closing the kitchen properly. Be available to fill in at other team member positions as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor. M Crowd Restaurant Group is a collection of boutique restaurants, searching for talented individuals who want to help build a legacy one great restaurant at a time. Our first restaurant concept, Mi Cocina, opened in 1991 with a modest 12 table space in the Preston Forest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. Mi Cocina was a pioneer in upscale Tex-Mex cuisine with a focus on serving families the highest quality ingredients with warm, respectful service. The result? People lined up out the door daily, and a Tex-Mex restaurant legend was born. Driven by a passion for creating unique dining experiences, M Crowd Restaurant Group also includes The Mercury, a refined destination offering seasonal New American cuisine with touches of Mediterranean, Asian, and French flavors, Sushi at the Mercury, and Vaqueros Texas BBQ, a vibrant take on Texas barbecue with a Mexican twist. From our humble beginning of one restaurant with a handful of employees to multiple brands and thousands of team members today, we welcome you to explore career opportunities at M Crowd. Career Opportunities Come grow your career with M Crowd One of the many reasons M Crowd is unlike other restaurant companies is because most of our leaders are promoted from within. Our Mission To wow our guests through extraordinary service, fresh quality food, in an inviting environment. Our Vision Grow the company to create even more career opportunities. Our Culture A Culture of Familia and Respect • Respect Each Other • Respect the Guest • Respect the Food • Respect the Company • Respect Yourself We offer competitive salaries, quarterly bonuses and a full range of benefits because we believe our leaders deserve to be rewarded, in more ways than one. A Choice on Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans, Matching 401K, Free Short / Long Term Disability and Group Life Insurance, Paid Vacation and Personal Days, Heath Savings Account & Flexible Spending Plans, Optional Supplemental Programs, Pet Insurance, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance, Generous Dining Discounts at Company Owned Restaurants, Training and Career Development, Restaurant Director Annual Development Conference, Discounts on items like Theme Parks, Movie Theaters, Live Shows, etc., And More Qualifications Qualifications: Minimum 18 years of age. Have reliable transportation. Some restaurant experience a plus. Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours). Be able to lift, reach, bend and stoop throughout a shift. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Be able to communicate clearly and effectively. Must be a team player and work in fast paced environment. Have a valid Food Handlers and Alcohol Server Certifications. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to speak Spanish a plus. Previous experience working in a BBQ restaurant. High School degree preferred but not required. M Crowd Restaurant Group is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY employer. Candidates are considered for employment with M Crowd Restaurant Group without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, veteran status (specifically status as a disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Vietnam Era veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran, or other protected veteran) or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.