Pantry / Prep Cook - Scratch Kitchen

Arizona Culinary; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

BOH tip pool

Job summary

Quench Taps & Tapas in Surprise, AZ is seeking an experienced Pantry/Prep Cook for a part-time role (~20–30 hours weekly). You will support our scratch kitchen with fresh ingredient prep, cold-side execution, and detailed plating.

This position requires precision, organization, and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities include preparing dressings, sauces, and cold components; executing salads and boards; maintaining portions, labeling, and food safety; and assisting with other

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience, preferably scratch preparation.
• Proficiency with knives and fresh ingredient preparation.
• Experience with cold-side cooking, garde manger, sauces, or detailed appetizer preparation preferred.
• Ability to accurately follow standardized recipes.
• Strong attention to detail and food presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently without constant supervision.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work in a small kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients and house-made menu components.
• Produce dressings, sauces, dips, spreads, and cold preparations according to established recipes.
• Execute salads, boards, cold appetizers, and pantry dishes during service.
• Maintain consistent portions, presentation, and plating standards.
• Monitor ingredient levels and prepare appropriate batch quantities.
• Maintain labeling, rotation, storage, and food safety standards.
• Keep pantry and prep areas clean, stocked, and organized.
• Assist with other kitchen stations during periods of higher demand.
• Communicate preparation needs to the chef and kitchen team.

Skills

Knife skills

Fresh ingredients prep

Garde manger / cold prep

Sauces & dressings

Following recipes exactly

Attention to plating

Tools

Knives

Job description

Quench Taps & Tapas | Surprise, Arizona Part-Time | Approximately 20-30 Hours Weekly

Position Overview

Quench Taps & Tapas is seeking an experienced Pantry / Prep Cook to support our scratch kitchen.This position focuses on fresh ingredient preparation, cold-side menu execution, sauces, dressings, dips, salads, boards, and detailed plating. We prepare food in smaller batches throughout the week to preserve freshness, maintain quality, and minimize waste.This is an active culinary position requiring precision, organization, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients and house-made menu components.
• Produce dressings, sauces, dips, spreads, and cold preparations according to established recipes.
• Execute salads, boards, cold appetizers, and pantry dishes during service.
• Maintain consistent portions, presentation, and plating standards.
• Monitor ingredient levels and prepare appropriate batch quantities.
• Maintain labeling, rotation, storage, and food safety standards.
• Keep pantry and prep areas clean, stocked, and organized.
• Assist with other kitchen stations during periods of higher demand.
• Communicate preparation needs to the chef and kitchen team.

Required Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen experience, preferably involving scratch preparation.
• Proficiency with knives and fresh ingredient preparation.
• Experience with cold-side cooking, garde manger, sauces, or detailed appetizer preparation preferred.
• Ability to accurately follow standardized recipes.
• Strong attention to detail and food presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently without constant supervision.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work in a small kitchen team.

Compensation & Schedule

• Approximately 15-20 hours weekly.
• Primary shifts Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday.
• Additional hours may be available based on business needs.
• Hourly compensation based on demonstrated experience and ability.
• Participation in the BOH tip pool, currently averaging approximately $1-$2 additional per hour during slower periods. Tips vary with business volume.

Opportunity

This role is well suited to a culinary professional who enjoys fresh preparation, detailed food presentation, and the craftsmanship involved in a scratch-made menu.We value consistency, organization, and pride in preparing food correctly.