Savory Prep Chef, Phoenix - Supporting Paradise Valley (Opening Fall 2026)

Too Sweet Cakes; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee product discounts

Paid pre-opening training

Job summary

Too Sweet Cakes is hiring a Savory Prep Chef for their new location in Paradise Valley opening Fall 2026. The role involves preparing savory menu items like pizzas and salads in a production kitchen setting in Phoenix.

Qualified candidates should have 1–3 years of kitchen experience, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with a pay rate of $18.00/hour.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional kitchen experience preferred.
• Comfortable in a production kitchen environment with volume and deadlines.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare savory menu items to company standards.
• Maintain quality and safety standards during food preparation.
• Assist with kitchen setup and workflow development.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Savory Prep Chef, Phoenix — Supporting Paradise Valley (Opening Fall 2026)

On-site · Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Reports to: Savory Lead

Classification: Full-time and Part-time openings available, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $18.00/hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Positions to fill: 2 (1 FT, 1 PT)

About the Role

Prep With Purpose. Feed Something Bigger.

We’re hiring two Savory Prep Chefs based out of our Phoenix production warehouse to support our Paradise Valley location, opening Fall 2026. You’ll prepare savory menu items — pizzas, salads, and similar offerings — that are produced in Phoenix and delivered to Paradise Valley daily. This is a production kitchen role where consistency, speed, and food safety are everything.

Responsibilities

Pre-Opening

• Complete onboarding and training prior to the Paradise Valley opening
• Learn Too Sweet Cakes’ savory menu standards, recipes, and production specifications
• Assist with kitchen setup, workflow development, and production readiness for the launch
• Help establish prep procedures and quality benchmarks alongside the Savory Lead

Food Preparation & Production

• Prepare savory menu items to company recipe standards and quality specifications
• Produce at the volume and pace required to meet daily Paradise Valley delivery needs
• Maintain consistency in portioning, presentation, and preparation every day
• Follow all prep lists, production schedules, and daily priorities as directed
• Adapt to changes in volume, menu, or production priorities with flexibility

Quality & Food Safety

• Inspect ingredients and finished items for quality before they leave the Phoenix kitchen
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature control procedures
• Label, package, and store all prepared items correctly for transport to Paradise Valley
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized workspace throughout every shift
• Communicate ingredient quality concerns or production issues to the Savory Lead promptly

Operations & Coordination

• Work within the production schedule to ensure Paradise Valley delivery deadlines are consistently met
• Assist with receiving and organizing ingredient deliveries — verify against orders and flag discrepancies
• Restock prep supplies and communicate inventory needs proactively
• Support a clean and efficient handoff at shift end

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional kitchen, food prep, or culinary experience — savory items (pizzas, salads, etc.) preferred
• Comfortable in a production kitchen environment with volume and daily deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency and quality
• Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation — ServSafe certification a plus
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Monday – Friday availability required; FT and PT schedules available
• Must be at least 18 years old

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible full-time employees)
• Employee product discounts
• Paid pre‑opening training
• Opportunity to join a growing company and play a key role in launching a new location