Scottsdale - Salad & Sandwich

Spinatos Pizza International; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Food

Employee Discount

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Profit Sharing

Flexible Schedules

Cook Fund

Holidays Off

Reimbursements after six months

Job summary

Spinato’s is seeking Salad & Sandwich Cooks in Scottsdale, AZ to prepare items in cold and hot stations, ensuring quality and speed. You’ll set up stations, plate and prep tickets, restock, and maintain a clean kitchen while following Spinato’s recipes and standards.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing long shifts, and strong teamwork. Spinato’s offers a family‑oriented, fast-paced kitchen with room for growth and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Current Food Handler Certification (required).
• Ability to lift up to/over 50 lbs.
• Comfortable with exposure to heat, cold, and water.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours and work shifts up to 12 hours.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and consistency.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain stations according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items accurately, safely, and efficiently.
• Restock all necessary items throughout the shift.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Assist with the cleaning and organization of the kitchen, coolers, and storage areas.
• Follow all Spinato’s recipes, specifications, and policies.
• Support teammates and assist where needed to ensure smooth service

Skills

Food Handler Cert

Lifting 50 lbs

Heat/Cold/Water

Stand 8h

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Scottsdale-The Block - SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85258

At Spinato’s, we exist to enhance the lives of others through exceptional food, heartfelt service, and a culture rooted in family, kindness, community, and personal growth. Our Salad & Sandwich Cooks are responsible for the daily preparation and execution of all food items in the cold and hot stations, ensuring every dish meets Spinato’s quality standards. This role is essential to the success of the kitchen, contributing to both guest satisfaction and team efficiency. We’re looking for dependable, team-oriented individuals who take pride in their work, maintain strong attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain stations according to restaurant guidelines.


• Prepare all food items accurately, safely, and efficiently.


• Restock all necessary items throughout the shift.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.


• Assist with the cleaning and organization of the kitchen, coolers, and storage areas.


• Follow all Spinato’s recipes, specifications, and policies.


• Support teammates and assist where needed to ensure smooth service

Station Roles

Salad:

• Plate and sell all tickets on the salad line.


• Demonstrate correct knowledge of ticket priorities.


• Know when to sell tickets without being prompted by expo.


• Prepare and plate all desserts.


• Assist the sandwich station or prep area when salad station is slow.

Sandwich:

• Plate and sell all tickets on the sandwich line.


• Read and prioritize tickets accurately.


• Take lead on firing all non-pizza tickets.


• Assist the salad station or prep area when sandwich station is slow.

Float:

• Move between salad and sandwich stations as needed.


• Prioritize tasks and support the busiest station.


• Assist other kitchen areas or dish when both stations are covered.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current Food Handler Certification (required).


• Ability to lift up to/over 50 lbs.


• Comfortable with exposure to heat, cold, and water.


• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours and work shifts up to 12 hours.


• Strong attention to detail, time management, and consistency.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Free Food! Family meal twice per day at no cost.


• 25% Employee Discount (alcohol excluded).


• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for full-time employees).


• 401(k) with 100% Company Match (up to 4% of wages).


• Profit Sharing.


• Flexible Schedules – we work with your availability!


• Cook Fund: Earn an additional $0.75–$1.50/hour every two weeks


• Closed All Major Holidays.


• Reimbursements available after six months of service.

Employment Details

Store Managers will contact applicants who meet position requirements to set up interviews.

Spinato’s Pizzeria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify