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Line Cook


Job Location:

Charlottesville, VA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 12 - 14
Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Line Cook Fry Grill Sauté Steam Taco

The Torchys legacy began in Austin Texas in 2006 with an idea a dedicated executive chef and a food trailer to now operating in locations across multiple states.

OUR MISSION: Be Damn Good. OUR VISION: Serve people the Best Damn Tacos. OUR WHY: Passion. OUR MOTTO: Devil is in the details.

Heres what we need:

Line Cooks are the heart of the kitchen where our Damn Good food is made from scratch every day! In a fast-paced high-volume restaurant youll be responsible for:

  • Fry Cook: Master the fry station ensuring all fried items are cooked to perfection with the right crispiness and flavor.
  • Grill Cook: Operate the grill station cooking proteins to the correct temperature and ensuring each taco ingredient is grilled to perfection.
  • Saute Cook: Manage the sauté station handling various ingredients to create dishes that are flavorful and perfectly cooked.
  • Steam Cook: Operate steam equipment to prepare dishes that require steaming maintaining the right texture and flavor.
  • Taco: Assemble and build each taco to order ensuring each one meets our high standards and guests expectations.

What youll be doing:

  • Cooking & Prep: Prepare and cook a variety of ingredients on the grill fryer sauté and steam stations according to Torchys recipes and standards.
  • Quality Control: Monitor the quality and presentation of each dish ensuring that every taco meets our Damn Good standards before it reaches the guest.
  • Cleanliness & Organization: Maintain a clean and organized work station ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with other BOH Team Members to ensure all food is prepared timely and correctly contributing to a smooth kitchen operation.
  • Inventory Management: Assist with stocking and organizing ingredients ensuring the kitchen is set up for success before and during service.
  • Efficiency: Operate with a sense of urgency during busy periods to keep up with guest demand while maintaining the quality and presentation of the food.

QUE-SOheres what youll need:

  • No experience required.
  • Open to varied work schedules and hours based on your restaurants needs.
  • Must be able to stand for several hours.
  • Must be able to bend stretch twist or reach for objects on shelves at various height levels.
  • Must be able to lift push pull or carry heavy objects up to 40 pounds.
  • Ability to serve our guests needs with a high sense of urgency.
  • Ability to have fun!

Lets TACO bout why it pays to be a Torchys Team Member:

  • $12.50 to $14.50 per hour based on experience.
  • Torchys team members receive tip share on top of hourly pay.
  • Never again wait for a paycheck! Torchys is proud to be a DailyPay partner allowing you to access your pay as soon as the next day.
  • Flexible schedules.
  • Our attire is casual and well throw in some of the swag.
  • Incredible growth opportunities. This is more than just a jobit can lead to a Damn Good career!
  • Damn Good food discount card for you AND your spouse.
  • Day 1 access to exclusive discounts to shows sporting events hotels and much more.
  • Access to all benefits including medical dental and vision for full-time Team Members after 1 year of employment plus 401(k) after 6 months.
  • Damn Good Well-being Program that includes free access to all things financial wellness.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1 year of employment.
  • Torchys Family Foundation supports our fellow Team Members in times of need and crisis.
  • Bragging rights (Yeah were kind of a big deal!).

Required Experience:

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