The Big Picture
At Mad Taco, we donโt just \serve food\โwe curate an escape. Weโre looking for Sous Chefs who are obsessed with the details and ready to lead a kitchen that feels more like a high-performance team than a workplace. If you live for the rush of a perfect
service and believe that a taco can be a work of art, youโre in the right place.
The Mad Taco DNA
We donโt do boring \corporate values.\ We live by a code that keeps us at the top of our game:
- Own Your Craft:ย You don't just \plate\ food; you present it. You take deep pride in every tray that leaves the window.
- No Ego, All Team:ย Weโre a family. You lead with kindness, build trust, and realize that we win (or lose) together.
- Obsessively Excellent:ย \Good enough\ isn't in your vocabulary. You hold the line on quality because our guests deserve the best version of us every time.
- Growth Mindset:ย Youโre a work in progressโand you love it. You crave feedback because you know itโs the secret sauce to leveling up.
- Real Talk:ย No gatekeeping. You communicate openly, stay honest, and keep the energy clear and collaborative.
- The Vibe Check:ย You bring the heat to the kitchen and the warmth to the team. We work hard, but we make sure everyone leaves with a smile.
Why Youโll Love It Here:
- A Culture of \Yes\:ย Weโre always looking for better ways to do things. Your voiceย actually matters.
- Fast-Paced, Never Dull:ย If you hate staring at the clock, this is your sanctuary.
- Growth Potential:ย We aren't just a restaurant; weโre a movement. We want to see you lead your own kitchen one day.
Ready to Bring the Heat?
Skip the stiff cover letter. Tell us about the best meal youโve ever cooked or why youโre the person we need to lead this line.
The Vibe
Think of our Sous Chefs as kitchen MVPsโrunning the show with mad leadership skills. Youโll guide, coach, and hype up your crew, making sure every plate looks fire and every bite delivers that signature Mad Taco flavor and quality.
Epic Guest Experience:
- Obsessed with guests? Us too. Youโll live and breathe Mad Taco standards, making sure every dish slaps and looks Instagram-worthy.
- Keep the kitchen hummingโsmooth, fast, and flawless service is the name of the game.
- Lead from the front. Show off your passion and set the energy level high every shift.
Squad Leadership:
- Build a kitchen dream teamโboosting morale, collaboration, and skill levels. Everyone wins.
- Train and mentor the crew to crush recipes, portions, and quality every time.
- Help us find and welcome new talent who vibe with the Mad Taco spirit.
- You get peopleโlead with empathy and make sure the whole squad feels valued.
- Juggle schedules like a pro, balancing what the kitchen needs and keeping your crew happy.
- Celebrate the wins, shout out all-stars, and help everyone level up with real feedback.
Boss Mode: Operations
- Keep it 100โuphold Mad Tacoโs legendary standards with every service, every shift.
- Hit your goals, launch new rollouts, and always look to one-up the kitchenโs game.
- Work hand-in-hand with the FOH and bar crews to serve up awesome food and drinks every time.
- Stay sharp on food safety, organization, and cleanlinessโthe essentials for that pro kitchen shine.
- Order, track, and manage inventory like a kitchen ninjaโkeep the line tight and costs in check.
- Keep an eye on kitchen gearโreport what needs fixing before itโs a problem.
- Jump in to support special events and cateringโbecause variety keeps things interesting.
What Makes You a Standout:
- Youโve got hustleโnever back down from a challenge and always aim for greatness
- Youโre a communication proโtransparent, motivating, and always keeping the crew on the same page
- Youโre a quick thinker and decision-makerโsolving problems with style and calm
- You bring fresh ideas and positive vibesโalways looking to level up the team and guest experience
- As a Sous Chef, youโre a culinary all-star and culture builder. Get ready to help make Mad Taco the place everyone wants to work and dine.
Why Join the Mad Taco Fam?
We donโt do \corporate ladders\โwe do rocket ships. If you want a place where your creativity is backed by solid systems and your growth is part of the plan, this is it.
The Goods: Perks, Benefits + Rewards
We know you work hard, so we make sure the payoff hits right.
Hereโs whatโs in it for you:
- The Vibe:ย A high-energy workspace where the music is good and the people are better.
- The Bag:ย Competitive pay plus aย 401k with matchingย to secure your future.
- Fuel Up:ย Major discounts when youโre dining at Mad Taco (taco therapy is real).
- Rest & Recharge:ย Paid vacation time because even captains need to touch grass.
- Wellness First:ย Medical, dental, and vision because we care about the whole human.
- Level Up:ย Career coaching, and advancement paths.
What You Bring to the Line
Weโre looking for a pro who can balance a sharp knife with a sharp mind.
Got the Chops? Hereโs what you need:
- 1-3 years running the kitchen show (culinary management)
- Culinary arts degree? Cool, but not a dealbreaker
- Serious cooking skillsโbring the heat!
- Experience training and mentoring hourly team members
- Ninja-level attention to detail and problem-solving
- Flexible with nights, weekends, and holidaysโno sweat
Physical Skills:
- Bring high energy and good vibes to every shift
- Be ready to be on your feet and moving for long stretches
- Can lift and move up to 50 lbsโbecause the hustle is real
- Comfortable working in a kitchenโso heat (and cold) donโt phase you
Work schedule
- Weekend availability
- Holidays
- Day shift
- Night shift
- 8 hour shift
- 10 hour shift
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid training
- Profit sharing
We arenโt just flipping tortillas. At Mad Taco, weโre bringing the soul of the Mexican streets to the heart of BG. Every taco is a tribute, every margarita is a masterpiece, and every guest is family. We cook with passion, we lead with love, and we celebrate the culture in everything we do.
If youโre tired of the \chain\ life and want to build something that actually tastes like homeโpull up a chair.