Pantry Chef

Pinyon; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

Competitive pay

Flexible schedules

Advancement opportunities

Referral program

Paid training

Holidays off

Team culture

Job summary

Pinyon in Old Town Scottsdale is seeking a talented line cook to join our Mediterranean-inspired kitchen. You’ll prepare and plate cold items, salads, raw bar selections, and desserts, ensuring pristine presentation and consistent quality.

We value teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role offers full-time hours with growth opportunities and a focus on fresh, house-made ingredients and open-flame cooking techniques.

Qualifications

• Read recipes and follow instructions.
• Keen eye for plating and presentation.
• Professional appearance and strong communication.
• 1+ years’ experience as a cook in a restaurant.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen sanitation.
• Ability to stand long periods and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate cold food items with precision.
• Handle salads, raw bar items, chilled appetizers, garnishes, and desserts.
• Maintain quality ingredients, consistency, and presentation.
• Work well under pressure and with team.
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable service to guests.
• Follow SOPs and core values; maintain sanitation.

Skills

Food prep

Plating

Presentation

Communication

Teamwork

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.

Benefits:

• Benefit plan options for full-time team members
• Extremely competitive pay
• Flexible schedules
• Huge opportunities for advancement within an innovative and growing brand
• Employee referral program
• Paid Training
• Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Strong company culture of respect and teamwork

Day in the Life:

• Responsible for preparing and plating cold food items with precision
• Salads, Raw Bar items, chilled appetizers, garnishes, and desserts.
• Passion for quality ingredients, consistency, and presentation
• Thrives in a high-pressure environment
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable and efficient service to the team and guests
• Operate under our standard operating procedures and core values
• Prepare, execute, and present food to Buck & Rider brand standards
• Maintain sanitary conditions in all dining, kitchen, and bar areas
• Mark, date, and rotate all products
• Maintain production and cleaning schedules
• Remains organized and maintains a neat, organized workspace
• Strong communication skills
• Accept direction from Management
• Adhere to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Ability to read recipes and follow their instructions, measurements, etc.
• Keen eye for plating and presentation
• Professional appearance and strong communication skills
• 1+ years’ experience as a cook in a restaurant environment
• Punctual, reliable, and ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Basic knowledge of food safety and kitchen sanitation
• Ability to spend long periods on your feet and lift 50lbs