BB - Sauté Cook

Square One Concepts • Peoria, AZ

5d

About The Position

Bourbon & Bones – Square One Concepts is seeking a reliable, efficient Sauté Cook to prepare exceptional dishes for its brunch menu while meeting standards for quality and presentation. The role requires creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen. The Sauté Cook prepares and plates sautéed dishes, maintains the sauté station and its mise en place, coordinates service with the kitchen brigade, and supports menu development and daily specials. The position also involves preparing fish, poultry, meat, and vegetarian items as needed, monitoring dish quality and portion control, managing waste, and following food safety and sanitation requirements.

The work takes place in a busy, team-oriented kitchen with regular exposure to heat, steam, cold, sharp objects, and loud equipment. Flexible scheduling is required, including evenings, weekends, holidays, late nights, and unpredictable hours. The listed salary is $22–$24.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a brunch cook or in a similar position in a fine-dining restaurant.
• Experience as a Sauté Cook or in a similar role; 1–3+ years preferred, with more experience preferred for fine-dining settings.
• Strong knowledge of sauté techniques, pan sauces, reductions, and browning methods.
• Excellent knife skills and familiarity with a wide range of ingredients and seasonings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of brunch cuisine, including classic dishes, contemporary trends, and dietary restrictions.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices, including proper food storage, handling, hygiene, handwashing, glove use, and sanitation protocols.
• Valid Food Handlers Certification.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining focus.
• Good sense of taste, smell, and color for seasoning and presentation.
• Communication, teamwork, and basic math skills for portion control and inventory tracking.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; ability to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and work in a kitchen environment with heat, steam, and cold.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform related tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary degree or completion of an apprenticeship program.
• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety.
• Experience with modern cooking techniques such as pan-searing, deglazing, and emulsions.
• Knowledge of global cuisines and diverse flavor profiles.
• Experience in a high-volume or fine-dining setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook sautéed dishes with precision, flavor, and consistent presentation.
• Manage mise en place for the sauté station, including stocking, labeling, and organizing ingredients.
• Monitor cooking temperatures, times, and portion sizes.
• Execute recipes with attention to texture, color, and plating aesthetics.
• Coordinate service with the kitchen brigade to ensure timely delivery of hot plates.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized workstation and follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Safely and efficiently operate sauté pans, woks, stock pots, and other kitchen equipment.
• Contribute feedback on flavors and techniques for menu development and daily specials.
• Restock the station during service and communicate shortages to the Sous Chef.
• Assist with fish, poultry, meat, and vegetarian preparations as needed.
• Maintain portion control and manage waste to minimize food waste.
• Monitor the quality of plated dishes and troubleshoot issues during service.
• Follow health and safety regulations and company policies.

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 coverage, dental and vision coverage, a Health Savings Account (HSA), a wellness program, and a discounted pet care plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED