Prep Cook

The Delicatessen; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Growth opportunities within a chef‑dr­

Employee discounts

Creative, supportive, and fast-paced厨房

Paid vacation and sick time

Health insurance including vision and 

Job summary

The Delicatessen in Phoenix, AZ is seeking hardworking Prep Cooks to join our chef-driven kitchen. You’ll follow daily prep lists, wash and portion ingredients, and assist with sauces and par-cooking to keep service running smoothly.

We prize team players with strong organization, attention to detail, and a positive attitude who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. A Food Handler card is preferred, and culinary school is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook experience preferred.
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
• Comfortable using knives, kitchen tools, and equipment.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure.
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a busy kitchen environment.
• Culinary school training is a plus, but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current Food Handler card.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily prep lists created by chefs.
• Wash, chop, portion, and prepare ingredients for service.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings accurately.
• Assist with basic cooking tasks including sauces, par-cooking, and simple dishes.
• Label, organize, and stock ingredients properly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen.
• Store food items properly and follow FIFO procedures.
• Support the culinary team with additional kitchen duties as needed.
• Follow all health, sanitation, and food safety standards.

Skills

Prep cook experience

Kitchen safety & sanitation

Knife skills

Work under pressure

Team player

Attention to detail

Stand for long periods

Culinary school (helpful)

High school diploma

Food Handler card

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training (optional)

Job description

Great kitchens are built on strong prep teams — and we’re looking for hardworking, detail-oriented Prep Cooks to join ours!

If you love being in the kitchen, work well in fast-paced environments, and want to grow alongside a chef-driven culinary team, this is your opportunity. We’re searching for team players who take pride in organization, consistency, and helping create incredible dishes from the ground up.

Whether you’re building your culinary career or bringing experience to the table, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Follow daily prep lists created by chefs
• Wash, chop, portion, and prepare ingredients for service
• Measure ingredients and seasonings accurately
• Assist with basic cooking tasks including sauces, par-cooking, and simple dishes
• Label, organize, and stock ingredients properly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized kitchen
• Store food items properly and follow FIFO procedures
• Support the culinary team with additional kitchen duties as needed
• Follow all health, sanitation, and food safety standards

What We’re Looking For

• Previous prep cook experience preferred
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practices
• Comfortable using knives, kitchen tools, and equipment
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in a busy kitchen environment
• Culinary school training is a plus, but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Current Food Handler card

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Growth opportunities within a chef-driven restaurant group
• Employee discounts
• Creative, supportive, and fast-paced kitchen culture
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Health insurance including vision and dental for full-time employees

Build Your Culinary Career With Us

At our restaurants, prep cooks are a critical part of the kitchen’s success. If you’re ready to learn, work hard, and be part of a passionate hospitality team, apply today!

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