Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $26.50 - $28.50
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
above market pay
employee food discounts
Advancement opportunities
Health Insurance
sick pay
Job Description
Aqui Cal-Mex is a vibrant and innovative restaurant located in the Blossom Valley neighborhood of San Jose, California. Known for its commitment to offering healthy, natural, wild, and organic foods with a creative chef-inspired twist, Aqui Cal-Mex provides an affordable and flavorful dining experience that appeals to a wide range of customers. The restaurant emphasizes quality and passion in its food preparation while maintaining a casual and hassle-free environment without the need for waiters or long waits. Aqui Cal-Mex prides itself on its dedication to community health, following all necessary guidelines from the CDC and Santa Clara County health departments to ensure a safe dining and working environment for both staff and customers.
The company fosters meaningful work and relationships among its team members, offering above-market wages in the food industry to accommodate employees at various stages of life. Full-time employees benefit from health insurance, sick pay, and employee food discounts, while the company also provides advancement opportunities to encourage career growth within the organization. This role is perfect for those who want to work in an energetic and supportive setting where attention to detail and a love for good food are highly valued.
The Line Cook position at Aqui Cal-Mex in Blossom Valley offers a unique opportunity to be a key player in the kitchen team, responsible for preparing high-quality dishes that adhere to specific recipes and standards. As a line cook, you will ensure that food preparation flows continuously to meet customer demands while maintaining a clean and organized workstation. Attention to food safety and proper handling procedures such as ServSafe guidelines are critical to this position. Strong teamwork and communication with other kitchen and service staff are essential to maintaining smooth operations and delivering excellent customer experiences.
Applicants for this role should be experienced hospitality workers capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. The ability to multitask, follow directions, and accept coaching are highly important traits. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and availability to work nights and weekends. The job also requires a food handler's card or certificate, and familiarity with kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, grinders, and food processors is necessary.
Joining Aqui Cal-Mex means being part of a forward-thinking and passionate team that values quality, respect, and dedication — all while offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, and opportunities for personal and professional development. If you have a passion for culinary arts and desire to work at a place that truly loves food and values its employees, Aqui Cal-Mex in San Jose is the ideal workplace. Open interviews are held daily from 2pm to 4pm, encouraging interested candidates to apply immediately and become a part of this thriving, health-conscious restaurant community.
The company fosters meaningful work and relationships among its team members, offering above-market wages in the food industry to accommodate employees at various stages of life. Full-time employees benefit from health insurance, sick pay, and employee food discounts, while the company also provides advancement opportunities to encourage career growth within the organization. This role is perfect for those who want to work in an energetic and supportive setting where attention to detail and a love for good food are highly valued.
The Line Cook position at Aqui Cal-Mex in Blossom Valley offers a unique opportunity to be a key player in the kitchen team, responsible for preparing high-quality dishes that adhere to specific recipes and standards. As a line cook, you will ensure that food preparation flows continuously to meet customer demands while maintaining a clean and organized workstation. Attention to food safety and proper handling procedures such as ServSafe guidelines are critical to this position. Strong teamwork and communication with other kitchen and service staff are essential to maintaining smooth operations and delivering excellent customer experiences.
Applicants for this role should be experienced hospitality workers capable of thriving in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. The ability to multitask, follow directions, and accept coaching are highly important traits. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and availability to work nights and weekends. The job also requires a food handler's card or certificate, and familiarity with kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, grinders, and food processors is necessary.
Joining Aqui Cal-Mex means being part of a forward-thinking and passionate team that values quality, respect, and dedication — all while offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, and opportunities for personal and professional development. If you have a passion for culinary arts and desire to work at a place that truly loves food and values its employees, Aqui Cal-Mex in San Jose is the ideal workplace. Open interviews are held daily from 2pm to 4pm, encouraging interested candidates to apply immediately and become a part of this thriving, health-conscious restaurant community.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience working in the hospitality or food service industry
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid food handlers card or certificate
- Availability to work nights and weekends
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow instructions and accept constructive feedback
- Compliance with all company and health safety regulations
Job Qualifications
- Previous experience in hospitality industry
- Able to stay calm in high stress situations
- Able to multitask in a fast paced environment
- Able to read and correctly follow recipes
- Ability to obtain a food handlers card/certificate
- Ability to use kitchen slicers, mixers, grinders and food processors
- Must be able to follow direction and be able to receive coaching when needed
- Strong attention to detail
- Available nights and weekends
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Job Duties
- Prepare food recipes correctly
- Always follows supervisors direction
- Keep food prep flowing continuously
- Communicate with team members
- Keeps workstation stocked, clean and organized
- Follow all ServSafe food handling procedures
- Handles, stores and rotates all product properly
- Maintains a positive and respectful approach with everyone
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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