Line Cook

*** We're hosting Open Call on September 9 & 10 (3-5pm) at 114 Kenmare Street. If you're interested in applying, come by to meet us and bring your resume! If you can't make it, please send your resume instead to [email protected]***

ABOUT SANTO TACO:

Santo Taco is a taqueria in SoHo, which serves a simple but delicious menu of tacos that has been featured in Eater, Infatuation, New York Times, Time Out, and more. We are a people-first team that thrives on speed, quality, and culture. Above all, we prioritize creating an environment where our team members can thrive, grow, and build a career.

ABOUT THIS ROLE:

At Santo Taco, we are currently seeking experienced Line Cooks to join our team. You will play a vital role in ensuring that our Taqueria operates efficiently and that our guests enjoy delicious and fresh Mexican-inspired cuisine.

This role consists of a Cross-training module by teaching employees additional skills or tasks outside of their primary job responsibilities. By increasing workforce flexibility, and improving overall productivity. This benefits the individual by expanding their knowledge and expertise but also strengthens the resilience and adaptability of the team as a whole.

DUTIES:

• Offer every guest a friendly and sincere welcome; anticipate and be responsive to guests’ needs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness by following kitchen safety and DOH procedures.
• Ensure stations are prep, stocked and set up for all services. 
• Must be able to follow directions and Recipes procedures as well as all SOPs. 
• Basic knowledge of Mexican flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques preferred 
• Proactively bus by constantly clearing, cleaning and resetting tables; refilling waters, removing visible debris from the dining room and ensuring overall cleanliness.
• Excellent understanding of professional cooking and knife-handling skills.
• Coordinate food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to each guest.
• Ensure proper food execution and maintain food quality to meet or exceed guests’ expectations. 
• Ensure any Taqueria duties assigned to you are completed in a timely manner while maintaining a hygienic and safe environment at all times.

SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Flexible schedule and ability to workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Have a positive attitude and be passionate about guest service.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, energetic environment. 
• Assertive self-starter - takes initiative and can work well independently.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to handle and move objects of up to 50lbs.
• 2 years experience in high volume, preferably fast-casual kitchens.

WHY WORK AT SANTO:
At Santo Taco, we’re committed to developing talent from within. Through our cross-training program, you’ll gain skills across operations, management, and culinary leadership, giving you a foundation for future growth. Join us and be part of building something special, one taco at a time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.