Line/Grill cook

Cook / Line Cook – Quiriego Restaurant

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
Restaurant: Quiriego
Position: Cook / Line Cook
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

About Quiriego

Quiriego is an upscale restaurant in Scottsdale built around warm hospitality, thoughtful presentation, and a culinary experience inspired by the flavors and traditions of Mexico and Sonora.

Our kitchen is focused on quality ingredients, proper technique, consistency, and attention to detail. We are building a team of culinary professionals who take pride in their craft and want to be part of a restaurant where standards matter.

The Position

Quiriego is seeking dependable, hardworking, and experienced Cooks / Line Cooks to join our culinary team.

We are looking for individuals who can perform in a professional, fast-paced kitchen while maintaining the quality and consistency expected from Quiriego.

This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their station, respects ingredients, works cleanly and efficiently, and understands that every plate leaving the kitchen represents the restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Quiriego recipes, specifications, and presentation standards.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked station before and throughout service.
• Execute dishes consistently with proper portioning, temperature, seasoning, and presentation.
• Follow recipes and direction from the Chef and kitchen leadership.
• Properly handle, label, rotate, store, and protect food products.
• Follow FIFO procedures and help minimize unnecessary food waste.
• Maintain proper food safety, sanitation, and temperature standards.
• Complete prep work accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, workstations, refrigeration, and surrounding kitchen areas.
• Communicate effectively with fellow cooks, chefs, dishwashers, servers, and other team members.
• Assist other stations when necessary to maintain smooth service.
• Follow opening, closing, and side-work procedures.
• Properly care for restaurant equipment, smallwares, and kitchen tools.
• Maintain composure, urgency, and attention to detail during high-volume service.
• Immediately communicate product shortages, equipment issues, food-safety concerns, or other problems to kitchen leadership.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a line cook, prep cook, or similar restaurant kitchen position preferred.
• Experience in an upscale, full-service, or high-volume restaurant is a plus.
• Strong understanding of basic cooking techniques and professional kitchen operations.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and plating specifications.
• Strong knife skills and attention to proper food preparation.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, cross-contamination, and allergen awareness.
• Ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality.
• Ability to maintain an organized and clean station throughout service.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and accept coaching from culinary leadership.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform the physical duties normally required in a professional kitchen.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by restaurant operations.

The Type of Cook Who Fits Quiriego

We value cooks who understand that professionalism in the kitchen goes beyond simply preparing food.

The right person takes ownership of their station, notices details, respects their coworkers, keeps their workspace clean, protects the quality of the ingredients, and cares about the plate that ultimately reaches the guest.

We are looking for people who want to become part of the culinary team—not simply clock in for a shift.

Why Join Quiriego?

Quiriego is building a culinary team with an emphasis on quality, discipline, consistency, hospitality, and pride in the craft.

Team members will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced culinary leadership, develop their skills, learn Quiriego's cuisine and standards, and grow with the restaurant as the concept develops.

Compensation

Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and position.

Final compensation will be discussed during the interview and will reflect the candidate's experience, skill level, availability, and ability to perform within Quiriego's culinary standards.

Apply

If you are passionate about cooking, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a serious culinary team in Scottsdale, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your kitchen experience and availability.

Quiriego Restaurant – Scottsdale, Arizona

Quality ingredients. Proper technique. Consistent execution. Genuine hospitality.

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid sick time

Work Location: In person