Job description

Cook – Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill

Job Description

Location: Corona and Temecula Locations, CA

Status: Part-Time, Hourly Non-Exempt

Requirement: Must have experience and required certifications

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Cook with a positive attitude and a passion for food and top-notch customer service.

Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill is a local family owned company that has been in the restaurant business for 45+ years. We offer dining services throughout SoCal at 12 restaurants currently covering 4 different counties.

Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook different kinds of foods according to menu and orders from customers
• Must be able to slice, cut, chop, mince, stir, whip, and mix ingredients; add seasonings; verify taste; and plate meals
• Responsible for properly executing cold and hot food cooking and preparations
• Must be able to grill, sauté, roast, fry, and broil ingredients and properly assemble and refrigerate cold ingredients
• Make sure all the foods are attractively served to customers
• Ensure that all foods meet the standards of the health department and the establishment where they work
• Must adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures; maintain temperature and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) logs as required; and maintain appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items
• Responsible for storing leftovers according to established standards, coordinating with Manager daily food supply orders and inventory
• Make sure everything in the kitchen is clean, sanitized and safe
• Prevent food spoilage by proper food storage
• Distribute the foods to the servers
• Communicate to Manager when food supplies are low as well as malfunctioning equipment(s)
• Other related tasks as needed

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent 5 years of experience required
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
• Valid Driver’s License
• 21+ years of age
• Ability to communicate effectively and assertively in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing
• Experience in food safety and planning
• Familiarity with proper lifting techniques
• At least 1-3 years of relevant experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations
• Strong problem solving, communication, and time management skills
• Food Handler Card (required)
• ServSafe Certification (preferred)

Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer. At Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill, we are committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Rodrigo’s Mexican Grill will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable Ban the Box laws, regulations and local ordinances.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.50 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Experience level:

• No experience needed
• Under 1 year

Restaurant type:

• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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