Line Cook

Pinyon; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dining discounts

Career growth

Competitive pay

Job summary

Pinyon, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant opening in Old Town Scottsdale, seeks a Line Cook to join a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. From grill to plating, you’ll execute dishes with consistency, speed, and care.

You’ll collaborate with a passionate team, train with skilled cooks, and grow within Hi Noon Hospitality’s expanding Arizona portfolio, enjoying competitive pay, health benefits, dining discounts, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven knife skills and basic culinary knowledge.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and reliability in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Execute menu items with precision according to recipes and plating standards.
• Maintain pace and accuracy during high-volume service.
• Keep station organized and stocked before, during, and after service.
• Collaborate with kitchen team to ensure smooth communication and ticket flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist with prep work including chopping, portioning, and stocking ingredients.
• Adapt quickly to changing demands and support teammates across stations.

Skills

Knife skills

Teamwork

Efficiency

Physical stamina

Job description

Description Brought to you by Hi Noon Hospitality—the team behind Buck & Rider and Ingo’s Tasty Food—Pinyon is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant opening in Old Town Scottsdale. Inspired by journeys across Turkey, Italy, France, Malta, Greece, Spain, and Morocco, the name reflects a deep connection to the region’s vibrant food culture and heritage. Set along the park with a welcoming patio for alfresco dining, Pinyon invites guests to linger over a cocktail or a lively spritz while enjoying house-made pita, crudos, pasta, seasonal salads, and an ever-changing array of spreads and dips alongside dishes cooked over open flame—celebrating flavors from Barcelona to Malta while uniting the best global ingredients and time-honored techniques to bring a fresh, sophisticated dining experience to the community.

Description Brought to you by Hi Noon Hospitality—the team behind Buck & Rider and Ingo’s Tasty Food—Pinyon is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant opening in Old Town Scottsdale. Inspired by journeys across Turkey, Italy, France, Malta, Greece, Spain, and Morocco, the name reflects a deep connection to the region’s vibrant food culture and heritage. Set along the park with a welcoming patio for alfresco dining, Pinyon invites guests to linger over a cocktail or a lively spritz while enjoying house-made pita, crudos, pasta, seasonal salads, and an ever-changing array of spreads and dips alongside dishes cooked over open flame—celebrating flavors from Barcelona to Malta while uniting the best global ingredients and time-honored techniques to bring a fresh, sophisticated dining experience to the community.

Position Overview

As a Line Cook at Pinyon, you’ll work at the center of the action in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. From the grill to sauté, pantry to plating, you’ll execute dishes with consistency, speed, and care, ensuring every plate meets our exacting standards. This role demands focus, teamwork, and a passion for culinary craft.

Why Work at Pinyon?

• Be part of the launch of one of Old Town Scottsdale’s most exciting new restaurants.
• Work with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a kitchen focused on quality and creativity.
• Join Hi Noon Hospitality, creators of beloved Arizona restaurants like Buck & Rider and Ingo’s Tasty Food.
• Enjoy a professional, growth-focused work environment where your skills are valued.
• Competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits & Perks

• Health benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Grow professionally within a growing hospitality group renowned for excellence.
• Exposure to top-tier ingredients and techniques
• Dining Discounts at all our locations

Key Responsibilities

• Execute menu items with precision according to recipes and plating standards.
• Maintain pace and accuracy during high-volume service without sacrificing quality.
• Keep your station organized and fully stocked before, during, and after service.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth communication and ticket flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist with prep work including chopping, portioning, and stocking ingredients.
• Adapt quickly to changing demands and support teammates across stations as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant preferred (but we’ll train the right candidates with a great attitude).
• Previous experience as a prep cook in a high-volume or fast-paced kitchen preferred.
• Strong knife skills and basic culinary knowledge.
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and accurately.
• Team-oriented, reliable, and proactive.
• Physical stamina: able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

E-Verify Requirement: Arizona mandates that all employers use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires.