
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $12.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Career development opportunities
Retirement Plan
Job Description
Costa Vida is a fast-casual dining restaurant chain that prides itself on delivering fresh, flavorful Mexican-inspired cuisine to its customers. Known for its commitment to quality ingredients, excellent customer service, and a vibrant dining atmosphere, Costa Vida has established itself as a popular choice for guests seeking a delicious and satisfying meal. The company values teamwork, dedication, and a strong work ethic, which are essential qualities for all team members to uphold its high standards. With locations across various regions, Costa Vida offers a dynamic work environment that fosters growth and learning for employees at all levels.\n\nThe Back of House Team Member role at Costa Vida is a crucial position that supports the smooth operation of the kitchen and overall dining experience. This role encompasses multiple responsibilities including runner, flat top cook, char grill cook, dishwasher, tortilla maker, cold prep, and other non-management duties such as cashier, lobby attendant, line cook, expeditor, salad preparer, drive-through operator, and to-go order specialist. Whether working full-time or part-time, team members are scheduled from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, providing flexibility for varying availability. This position demands a high level of adaptability and a willingness to take on various tasks to ensure the restaurant runs seamlessly.\n\nKey aspects of the role include greeting guests warmly, always prioritizing their satisfaction, and ensuring food is prepared safely, hygienically, and per Costa Vida's quality standards. Team members must follow menu builds and recipes precisely, maintain a clean and sanitized workstation, and may be responsible for inputting data into food safety checklists. Additionally, they assist with packaging and delivering catering orders, working multiple positions within a shift, and supporting receiving and organizing food deliveries. Collaboration with other kitchen staff is essential to coordinate food production and guarantee timely delivery of orders.\n\nSuccessful candidates will have prior experience as cooks, especially in high-volume kitchen environments, a strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards, and excellent time management skills. The ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy items up to 50 pounds, and sustain performance in a fast-paced kitchen environment is necessary. The role also requires strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and the physical dexterity to perform various kitchen tasks. Mental acuity, including reasoning, basic math skills, and language abilities, are important to interpret instructions, maintain safety, and communicate effectively.\n\nOverall, the Back of House Team Member position is ideal for individuals passionate about food service, eager to learn multiple roles, and committed to providing outstanding guest experiences. Costa Vida offers an engaging work atmosphere where team members can develop their skills and contribute meaningfully to the company's success.
Job Requirements
- Food handler permit
- Proven experience as a cook preferably in a bulk or high-volume kitchen environment
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Ability to weigh and measure food accurately
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong communication skills
- Team-oriented attitude
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience as a cook preferably in a bulk or high-volume kitchen environment
- Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
- Ability to weigh and measure food accurately
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong communication skills
- Team-oriented attitude
Job Duties
- Assumes responsibility for ensuring that their assigned position for their shift meets business standards and we can appropriately serve the guest any food item on our menu
- Greet the guest and understand the guest comes first
- Serve with a smile and make eye contact
- Assumes responsibility for preparing food safely and per Costa Vida standards
- Follow menu builds and recipes
- Comply with appropriate cleaning and sanitizing of workstation
- May input data into a food safety checklist system
- Assist with packaging and delivering catering orders
- Assumes responsibility in working multiple positions as stated above in the General Position Summary
- With assistance from management positions, the team member may learn a variety of roles and may work several different positions in one shift
- Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
- Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries
- Work closely with other kitchen staff to coordinate food production and ensure timely delivery of orders
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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