Cook-Madison,WI•Madison,WI,USA,WI•MAXBY HOSPITALITY INC | Hiring

Ancho & Agave is a vibrant and passionate restaurant establishment specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine, located in Middleton, WI. Known for its commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and a fun, casual dining experience, Ancho & Agave is a beloved favorite for those who crave vibrant flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant prides itself on bringing together traditional Mexican dishes like tacos, burritos, and enchiladas prepared in scratch kitchens by a dedicated culinary team. The restaurant’s focus on quality ingredients, refreshing beverages, and creating a lively environment makes it a unique and cherished destination for food lovers in the area. Ancho & Agave is currently seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and skilled line cooks to join their culinary team on a part-time basis. This role offers a competitive hourly wage between $15 and $18 per hour, commensurate with experience, providing not only a rewarding working environment but also opportunities for career growth and development. The open availability for shifts means candidates should be prepared for flexible scheduling, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. The line cook position at Ancho & Agave is pivotal in delivering the ultimate food experience to guests by preparing various Mexican specialties with precision and care. Responsibilities include ensuring all ingredients and final products maintain utmost freshness, following strict food safety standards, properly storing all food items, and working closely with the team in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The cook is expected to adhere to recipes meticulously by measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients accurately to maintain consistency and quality. In addition to food preparation tasks such as washing, chopping, and cutting ingredients, this role requires operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, mixers, and food processors. The cook will play an active role in the preparation and presentation of dishes — garnishing and arranging plates to meet the restaurant’s high standards. Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of work areas, tools, and kitchen equipment is essential, along with executing daily opening and closing procedures. This opportunity is ideal for someone with prior experience working in scratch kitchens who prides themselves on their ability to multitask while maintaining a calm and professional attitude. The job demands a high level of stamina as it requires standing for extended periods and the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Friendly, punctual, team-oriented candidates with a positive attitude are highly valued at Ancho & Agave, which fosters a supportive work environment encouraging employee growth and team collaboration through flexible scheduling and career advancement prospects. Overall, working at Ancho & Agave means becoming part of a dynamic food community focused on delivering mouthwatering Mexican dishes with a commitment to quality, safety, and excellent customer service, all within a fun and inclusive culture. The restaurant also offers excellent benefits including meal discounts, eligibility for paid vacation, health insurance, and 401(k) plans, providing a holistic employment experience for its team members.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in food preparation in a scratch kitchen
• Ability to follow detailed recipes
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and holidays
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Punctuality and reliability
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset