Lead Line Cook

About Us

Moctezuma's Restaurant & Tequila Bar is a vibrant, community-focused establishment known for authentic cuisine, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. With our extensive menus, we're proud to satisfy anyone's appetite for EPIC Mexican food while continuously introducing new dishes as our guests become more familiar with the richness of genuine Mexican cuisine.

We're looking for dedicated, upbeat individuals who are passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and creating memorable dining experiences for every guest who walks through our doors.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare food for service. Setup and stock station with all necessary supplies
• Cook menu items to recipe standards
• Ensure food is served to company standards and in a timely manner
• Be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the restaurant's menu and products
• Comply with safety and sanitation standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Always strives to exceed guest's expectations
• Complete kitchen tasks, such as line clean up and breakdown
• Follow direction of management. Be a team player and assist wherever directed.
• Always do epic work

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in leading and coaching the team.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment & procedures
• Customer service focused and solution-oriented
• Must enjoy and be able to succeed in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and coworkers
• Basic math and written communication skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and restaurant needs
• Food handler's card is required according to our local and or state regulations

Working conditions

Line Cooks are on their feet most of the time and often carry heavy boxes of food, dishes, and drinks. The work can be hectic and fast paced. During busy dining periods, they are under pressure to serve customers quickly and efficiently. They must be able to work well as a team with kitchen staff to ensure that customers receive prompt service. Non slip shoes are required.

Physical requirements – Essential Functions

• Ability to stand and walk continually throughout an eight-hour shift
• Ability to lift, carry, deliver and serve from trays weighing up to 40 pounds throughout an eight-hour shift. Frequent stooping, crouching and lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to attend work as scheduled, working various schedules and shifts throughout normal business hours (some holidays and most weekends are required)

Food Quality and Presentation:

• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation, upholding Elev8's commitment to excellence and authenticity in Mexican cuisine.

Inventory and Ordering:

• Monitor inventory levels and minimize food waste.
• Be knowledgeable about food and labor costs.

Food Safety and Sanitation:

• Enforce strict food safety, hygiene, and health code standards (like DOH/SAFE protocols).
• Ensure equipment maintenance and that the kitchen remains clean (sweeping, mopping, cleaning machines).

Commitment to professional growth:

• Take an active role in continuing professional growth.

Wage and Benefits:

• $24 - $25 / Hour.
• This is an hourly, non-exempt position with paid meal breaks
• Employee discount across all restaurants under Elev8 Hospitality Group.
• Paid Sick Leave separate from PTO.
• English or Spanish language class tuition reimbursement program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Moctezuma's Restaurant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $ $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (Required)
• Restaurant Experience: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person