Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep The Torchy's legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating restaurants nationwide. Here's what we need:
Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep The Torchy's legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating restaurants nationwide. Here's what we need:
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Tortilla Factory/Commissary (Midland, TX) compensation: Depending on Experience employment type: full-time Are you an EARLY morning person? If so, we have a couple positions available at our Tortilla ...
Tortilla & Sauce Factory Worker
Midland, TX · On-site
$12/hr
Tortilla Factory/Commissary (Midland, TX) compensation: Depending on Experience employment type: full-time Are you an EARLY morning person? If so, we have a couple positions available at our Tortilla ...
Tortilla Molinero
Colton, CA · On-site
$17.90 - $20.45/hr
The Tortilla Molinero is responsible for providing a well-stocked and well-maintained department while providing superior customer service. The individual will prepare, package, and merchandise fresh ...
Tortilla Molinero
Colton, CA · On-site
$17.90 - $20.45/hr
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107 - Food City Tortilla Machine Operator - Central & Baseline
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
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107 - Food City Tortilla Machine Operator - Central & Baseline
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Tortilla Machine Operator The tortilla machine operator provides customer satisfaction by operating and caring for equipment used in the tortilleria department, including the tortilla manufacturing ...
107 - Food City Tortilla Machine Operator - Central & Baseline
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Tortilla Machine Operator The tortilla machine operator provides customer satisfaction by operating and caring for equipment used in the tortilleria department, including the tortilla manufacturing ...
107 - Food City Tortilla Machine Operator - Central & Baseline
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
$17 - $20/hr
Tortilla Machine Operator The tortilla machine operator provides customer satisfaction by operating and caring for equipment used in the tortilleria department, including the tortilla manufacturing ...
Tortilla & Sauce Factory Worker
Midland, TX · On-site
$12/hr
Tortilla Factory/Commissary (Midland, TX) compensation: Depending on Experience employment type: full-time Are you an EARLY morning person? If so, we have a couple positions available at our Tortilla ...
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Tortilla & Sauce Factory Worker
Midland, TX · On-site
$12/hr
Tortilla Factory/Commissary (Midland, TX) compensation: Depending on Experience employment type: full-time Are you an EARLY morning person? If so, we have a couple positions available at our Tortilla ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla Molinero-c ELR
Irving, TX · On-site
$13.25 - $17.25/hr
The Tortilla Molinero is responsible for providing a well-stocked and well-maintained department while providing superior customer service. The individual will prepare, package, and merchandise fresh ...
Tortilla Molinero-c ELR
Irving, TX · On-site
$13.25 - $17.25/hr
The Tortilla Molinero is responsible for providing a well-stocked and well-maintained department while providing superior customer service. The individual will prepare, package, and merchandise fresh ...
Restaurant and Tortilla Factory Operations Manager
Santa Maria, CA · On-site
$1.3K - $1.5K/wk
Cashiers, cooks, kitchen and tortilla factory line workers * Create and adjust staff schedules to meet restaurant needs * Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations Ensure Quality and portion ...
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Restaurant and Tortilla Factory Operations Manager
Santa Maria, CA · On-site
$1.3K - $1.5K/wk
Cashiers, cooks, kitchen and tortilla factory line workers * Create and adjust staff schedules to meet restaurant needs * Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations Ensure Quality and portion ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
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Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Restaurant and Tortilla Factory Operations Manager
Santa Maria, CA · On-site
$56K - $69K/yr
Cashiers, cooks, kitchen and tortilla factory line workers * Create and adjust staff schedules to meet restaurant needs * Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations Ensure Quality and portion ...
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Restaurant and Tortilla Factory Operations Manager
Santa Maria, CA · On-site
$56K - $69K/yr
Cashiers, cooks, kitchen and tortilla factory line workers * Create and adjust staff schedules to meet restaurant needs * Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations Ensure Quality and portion ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
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Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Masa/Tortilla Production Cook
Austin, TX · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Health Insurance Available (Full-Time Employees) Job Summary We are seeking a Masa/Tortilla Production Cook to join the team at Escuela! In this position, you will be responsible for using high ...
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Masa/Tortilla Production Cook
Austin, TX · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Health Insurance Available (Full-Time Employees) Job Summary We are seeking a Masa/Tortilla Production Cook to join the team at Escuela! In this position, you will be responsible for using high ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Quick apply
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
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Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers/Tortilleras
El Paso, TX · On-site
$11/hr
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers/Tortilleras
El Paso, TX · On-site
$11/hr
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla makers also make the quesadillas and keep the kitchen area clean. Requirements: * Good communication Skills * Extremely detail oriented and value a work environment that is focused on ...
Tortilla Clerk
East Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$18.15 - $20.74/hr
The Tortilla Clerk delivers quality customer service in a retail store environment. The individual is expected to be a role model of the company by delivering excellent customer service while ...
Tortilla Clerk
East Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$18.15 - $20.74/hr
The Tortilla Clerk delivers quality customer service in a retail store environment. The individual is expected to be a role model of the company by delivering excellent customer service while ...
Tortilla Clerk
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$13.25 - $15.16/hr
The Tortilla Clerk delivers quality customer service in a retail store environment. The individual is expected to be a role model of the company by delivering excellent customer service while ...
Tortilla Clerk
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$13.25 - $15.16/hr
The Tortilla Clerk delivers quality customer service in a retail store environment. The individual is expected to be a role model of the company by delivering excellent customer service while ...
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A Tortilla job typically involves working in a restaurant or food production setting, preparing and cooking tortillas or tortilla-based dishes. Responsibilities may include making dough, operating kitchen equipment, assembling meals, and ensuring food quality. Some roles may also involve customer service, cashier duties, and maintaining cleanliness. Positions can range from entry-level food prep roles to management positions in tortilla-focused restaurants or factories.
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$13/hr
Part-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 11 days ago
Torchy's Tacos rating
5.8
Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
27th of 104 rated fast food restaurants
Job description
Prep Cook/Tortilla Prep
The Torchy’s legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef, and a food trailer to now operating restaurants nationwide.
Here’s what we need:
The Prep Cook is responsible for the production of all food items as listed on the daily prep sheet according to Torchy’s standards and recipes.
What you’ll be doing:
- Food Production: Produce food items listed on the prep sheet, ensuring each dish meets Torchy’s standards and follows recipes from the Taco Bible.
- Cleanliness & Organization: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including the walk-in, and detail kitchen equipment daily.
- Station Setup & Breakdown: Properly set up and break down your station, ensuring readiness for the shift and cleanliness afterward.
- Recipe Adherence: Use the Taco Bible to follow all recipes accurately, upholding Torchy’s food standards.
- Food Safety & HACCP: Practice proper food safety and HACCP techniques, including FIFO (First In, First Out) to manage inventory.
- Documentation: Record pre- and post-weights of food items, track yields for each recipe, and label, date, and fill pans correctly for all produced items.
- Rotation & Assistance: Rotate products as needed and assist with other duties outside of this job description as requested by management.
Tortilla Prep Responsibilities:
- Masa Production & Pressing: Responsible for masa production and pressing corn tortillas using a tortilla press.
- Flour Tortilla Prep: Slack flour tortilla dough balls and ensure proper booking of both flour and corn tortillas.
- Tortilla Cooking: Use a flat top to cook tortillas to the correct specifications.
QUE-SO…here’s what you’ll need:
- Must meet state and local requirements for Food Handler’s certification.
- Certification(s) must be obtained by your first day or within the timeline required by your location.
- Familiarity with kitchen equipment including fryer, char grill, flat top, stove, RoboCoups, immersion blender, dicers, mandolin, and scales.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
- Skills: Basic knife safety, basic communication and reading, and the ability to multi-task.
- Experience: Kitchen experience is a plus.
- Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age.
Let’s TACO ‘bout why it pays to be a Torchy’s Team Member:
- $13.00 per hour, plus pooled tips that increase your total take-home pay.
- Flexible schedules.
- Damn Good food discount card for you AND your spouse.
- Access to all benefits including medical, dental, and vision for full-time Team Members after 1 year of employment, plus 401(k) after 6 months.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1 year of employment.
- Torchy’s Family Foundation supports our fellow Team Members in times of need and crisis.
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About Torchy's Tacos
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Torchy's Tacos, based in Austin, TX, US, operates in the food and beverage industry, specifically in the fast-casual dining sector specializing in Mexican cuisine. Founded in 2006 by Mike Rypka, Torchy's Tacos originated as a food trailer in Austin.before growing into a renowned restaurant chain with over 83 locations across seven states in the US. The company's diverse and creative menu features unique taco varieties, including vegetarian and gluten-free options, as well as a range of complementary items like chips & dip, and drinks. Torchy's Tacos is steadfastly committed to providing exceptional customer service and quality food using fresh, responsibly-sourced ingredients. Their mission is to be the 'taco of choice in every community' they serve. Some significant achievements include numerous culinary awards and a substantial following of devoted customers, aptly named 'Torchy's Tacos fanatics.'
Industry
Food services and drinking places
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Austin, TX, US
Year founded
2006