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Cook El Fenix - Downtown 1601 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202

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  • wage Starting at $11-15/hr
  • job shifts Any schedule considered
  • job availability Full-time, Part-time
  • minimum years experience 4+ Years of Experience
  • minimum age Hires 21+

Job Description

Not many employees can say they work for a restaurant company that has withstood the test of time for over 100 years! Come work at a DFW icon and local legend! El Fenix is known to have pioneered the birth of Tex Mex and has remained true to its forefathers with the original, scratch recipes all made in-house…like our famous enchiladas that are hand-rolled every day! You will become a part of our family, learn from some of the best the restaurant industry has to offer and experience our deep-rooted community partnerships.

As a cook, you'll set up your station and participate in prep. You should be passionate about putting out consistent, quality food and seeking opportunities to learn and grow in the kitchen. You should be able to follow recipes and take direction from management and also explore your creativity where appropriate. You welcome the fast, often hectic pace of the kitchen and are above all a team player.

What is in it for you?

**Work in a ‘People First’ culture – we believe that every person matters. We treat everyone with respect and celebrate diversity!

**We offer great perks and benefits: flexible scheduling, medical and life insurance, performance-based pay, meal discounts, 401K, and more!

**We offer a wide range of career opportunities in a dynamic restaurant environment.

**Be a part of history and join our family!

Responsibilities

  • Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment according to brand recipe standards.
  • Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products, based on rate of sale, at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
  • Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
  • Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
  • Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
  • Handles, stores, labels, and rotates all products properly.
  • Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
  • Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen station. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
  • Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all local, state, and federal safety laws as well as Company safety policies.
  • Understand safe food and equipment handling
  • Understands and follows all BOH standards for safety and cleanliness.
  • Report any unsafe working conditions or problems to Management.
  • Ensure all dishes, cookware, equipment, and supplies are clean, sanitized, and organized.
  • Be a team player.
  • Share the love of all FRG Brands.
  • Assist in the cleanliness and upkeep of the restaurant.
  • Complete and set-ups, side work, and/or closing duties assigned.
  • Ensure safe food handling and general restaurant safety for Guests and Team Members.

About this location

1601 McKinney Ave Dallas, TX 75202
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About El Fenix - Downtown

We offer a wide range of career opportunities in a dynamic restaurant environment. We celebrate the professionalism and diversity of our people and are always searching for bright minds that are passionate about customer service, fairness, leadership and honesty. If you like working in a rewarding environment we'd love to hear from you.

Typical positions at an El Fenix restaurant are:

Server
Bartender
Grill Cook
Prep Cook
Host/Hostess
Busser
Dishwasher
Kitchen Manager
Restaurant Manager
General Manager

El Fenix Corporation, is an equal opportunity employer. El Fenix does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age (over 40) or disability. Equal opportunity applies to hiring, orientation, training, employee development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall, social programs, employee facilities, termination, and retirement. We are required to follow this policy in our dealings with guests, visitors, vendors, and all employees.

All employees are treated fairly and consistently with respect to compensation, working conditions, benefits, privileges of employment, and opportunities for advancement including training, promotion, and transfer.
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