Assistant Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, PTO & Discount

Aubergine Kitchen; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

PTO

Referral program

Job summary

Aubergine Kitchen is seeking an Assistant Cook for Morning and Night shifts in Mesa. Reports to Lead Cook / Assistant Manager. Schedule includes Monday–Saturday 8am–3pm with weekends; Sundays closed.

This role offers full-time and part-time options with a starting pay of $16 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with protein and sauce prep, maintaining a clean production area, ensuring proper temperature records, and supporting opening/closing tasks.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate in English, Spanish, or Portuguese.
• Willingness to learn; fast-paced kitchen.
• 21+ with restaurant experience preferred.
• Food Handler Certificate within 14 days (company-supported).

Responsibilities

• Assist preparing proteins, sauces, and hot items per the lead cook's instructions.
• Keep the production area stocked with proteins and sauces during service.
• Label and organize food items with FIFO rotation; sanitize equipment and surfaces.

Skills

English

Spanish

Portuguese

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Aubergine Kitchen is seeking an Assistant Cook for Morning and Night shifts in Mesa. Reports to Lead Cook / Assistant Manager. Schedule includes Monday–Saturday 8am–3pm with weekends; Sundays closed.

This role offers full-time and part-time options with a starting pay of $16 per hour. Responsibilities include assisting with protein and sauce prep, maintaining a clean production area, ensuring proper temperature records, and supporting opening/closing tasks.