Line Cook

Square One Concepts • Phoenix, AZ

19d

About The Position

Arcadia Tavern is seeking a Line Cook to prepare menu items to established recipes and standards while supporting kitchen operations and maintaining food quality and consistency. The role includes setting up and stocking an assigned station, using a range of cooking techniques, and maintaining knowledge of menu ingredients, portion sizes, and presentation standards. The Line Cook helps ensure accurate, timely order preparation and coordinates with kitchen staff during service.

The position also involves following food-safety and sanitation procedures, inspecting ingredients and prepared food for quality and freshness, reporting inventory shortages, and keeping the work area and equipment clean and organized. The cook may perform other related duties as assigned. Flexible hours are required, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and late nights; hours may be unpredictable.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid Food Handlers Certification.
• Knowledge of different cooking techniques and food preparation methods is required.
• Ability to follow food-safety regulations and best practices, including proper food storage, handling, hygiene, handwashing, glove use, and sanitation protocols.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate preparation, presentation, and complete orders.
• Teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with kitchen staff and front-of-house team members.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, lift heavy pots and pans, and work in high kitchen temperatures.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, late nights, and unpredictable hours.
• Ability to learn the bar or restaurant POS software, including Aloha, Hot Schedule, and Paylocity.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Line Cook or in a similar role is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Formal culinary education or relevant certifications are a plus but are not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to established recipes and standards.
• Set up and stock the assigned station with necessary supplies and ingredients before each shift.
• Use cooking techniques including grilling, sautéing, frying, broiling, and baking.
• Maintain knowledge of menu ingredients, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Follow food handling, storage, sanitation, and hygiene procedures.
• Prepare orders accurately and promptly to meet guest expectations and reduce wait times.
• Coordinate food preparation with kitchen staff to support smooth service operations.
• Inspect food for quality and freshness and promptly report issues to kitchen management.
• Monitor inventory and report shortages or items requiring replenishment to kitchen management.
• Keep the work area, equipment, utensils, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Accrual of up to 40 hours of PTO.
• Dining discounts: 50% off meals at Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers and 25% off meals at Bourbon & Bones.
• Corporate shoe program through Shoes for Crews and Skechers.
• Competitive pay.
• Flexible scheduling.
• 401(k).
• Full-time employees are eligible for medical and prescription benefits, dental and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account (HSA), a wellness program, and a discounted pet care plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed