Line Cook
- LocationFalls Church, VA, US
- Work typeOn-site
- Posted30 October 2026
- SourceTaco Bamba Taqueria's careers page (Paylocity)
Live checkFirst seen 6 days ago; still listed on Taco Bamba Taqueria's careers page 16 h ago.
About the role
A Line Cook is responsible for preparing and serving food in a safe and efficient manner, while upholding our high brand standards and following provided specs. Line cooks are also responsible for maintaining a clean and organized environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Sanitation/Organization
- Putting away orders
- Double checking prep list
- Following proper safety and sanitation practices
- Maintain an organized and clean workspace
- Clean dishes
- Take out trash
- Sweep and mop floors
- Check temperatures on food and equipment to ensure food safety compliance
- Clean hoods, gaskets, grills, ovens, cutting boards, and all other kitchen equipment
- Culinary
- Prepare food for service
- Prepare tickets with a sense of urgency
- Work well in a team to ensure food is fresh and served at the correct temperature
- Memorize food builds for your assigned station
- Use recipes when preparing food, always
ATTITUDE
- Possess a sense of urgency
- Works well with others
- Even tempered in high stress situations
- QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum
- Punctual
- Able to communicate with the teams primary language
- Comfortable working with a team
- Basic math knowledge, particularly addition and subtraction
- Able to take constructive criticism
- Ability to read and follow instructions
- Good verbal communication skills
- Comfortable with technology (POS systems, printers, KDS, etc.)
- Able to multitask and prioritize on the fly
- Preferred
- Prior experience in a restaurant job
- Can speak English and Spanish
- Food handler's certification
- Any local certifications that are required in the store's jurisdiction
- Knowledge of fundamental kitchen skills, including basic measurements, knife skills/safety, temperature management, sanitation, portion control, etc.
Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to lift 25+ pounds
Able to stand on their feet for 8 hours uninterrupted
Able to be stationary for multiple hours at a time completing repetitive tasks
Able to move quickly throughout the restaurant
Able to access and navigate all areas of the restaurant
Able to work in excessive heat and cold associated with the kitchen environmentPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to lift 25+ pounds
Able to stand on their feet for 8 hours uninterrupted
Able to be stationary for multiple hours at a time completing repetitive tasks
Able to move quickly throughout the restaurant
Able to access and navigate all areas of the restaurant
Able to work in excessive heat and cold associated with the kitchen environment
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