Breakfast Cook/Chef, Breakfast & Lunch Experience
Overview
Own the morning kitchen at a Phoenix smokehouse, turning out scratch-made breakfast and lunch for a steady stream of regulars from 6am to 2:30pm. Work directly with the owner, JL, in a small, hands-on team that values consistency and speed. This role suits a cook who thrives on early starts and takes pride in a tight, organized station. Breakfast experience counts, but lunch skills keep the shift moving.
What You'll Do8
- 1Prep and cook breakfast plates from 6am to noon, nailing eggs, pancakes, and breakfast meats to order
- 2Build out the lunch line by 11am, cranking sandwiches, burgers, and smokehouse sides without breaking pace
- 3Own the grill and flat top, managing temps and timing so each ticket hits the pass hot and consistent
- 4Break down your station by 2:30pm, covering food storage, wiping down surfaces, and rotating stock
- 5Read tickets and call out orders to keep the kitchen flowing, stepping in where needed during rushes
- 6Restock prep fridge and dry goods at shift end so the morning crew starts full
- 7Follow health code standards for food handling, temperature checks, and labeling
- 8Communicate daily with the front-of-house to dial in specials and keep service smooth
Requirements8
- 12+ years cooking on a hot line, with breakfast experience required
- 2Proven work history with verifiable references, no gaps in kitchen experience
- 3Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for 8 hours, and move through a hot, loud kitchen
- 4ServSafe or Food Handler Card ready within 30 days of hire
- 5Flexible to cover shifts between 6am and 2:30pm, including weekends
- 6Knife skills and station organization that keep prep moving without wasted motion
- 7Basic English to read tickets and communicate with a small team
- 8Reliable transportation to the Phoenix location, on time every morning
Salary Insight
$31 - $42k per year
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