Fast Order Lead Cook

R365hire; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Neon Spur in Tempe, Arizona is seeking an efficient back-of-house fast order cook to help maintain a clean, organized kitchen and ensure service runs smoothly.

You will support daily prep, sanitation, stock management, and safe handling of food. The role offers pay around $20+ per hour with opportunities for advancement and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience as a fast order cook is preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have (or obtain) a current Arizona Food Handlers Card.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, drains, and work surfaces.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Remove trash, recycling, and compost regularly and properly.
• Assist with ordering, receiving deliveries and organizing storage areas.
• Keep dish, prep, and storage areas organized and stocked.
• Be efficient with restocking, breakdown, and deep cleaning tasks.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols.

Skills

Fast order cook experience

Cleanliness & sanitation

Fast-paced environment

Arizona Food Handlers Card

Physical stamina

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Department: Back of House (BOH) Reports To: GM Location: Tempe, Arizona. Pay: $20.00+ / hour

Job Summary

BOH fast order cooks are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and overall flow of the small Neon Spur kitchen. This role supports Neon Spur by ensuring workspaces, equipment, and storage areas are clean, stocked, and ready for service at all times.

Primary Focus

• Kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and organization.
• Setting up and breaking down food service on shifts.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, drains, and work surfaces.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Remove trash, recycling, and compost regularly and properly.
• Assist with ordering, receiving deliveries and organizing storage areas.
• Keep dish, prep, and storage areas organized and stocked.
• Be efficient with restocking, breakdown, and deep cleaning tasks.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols.

Skills & Qualifications

• Prior fast order cook experience preferred but not required.
• Strong work ethic and attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have (or obtain) a current Arizona Food Handlers Card.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Maintain a clean uniform and professional appearance.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction.
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset required.