Cook (Line Cook)
Su Casa Grande Mexican Grill & Cantina – Casa Grande, Arizona
About Us
At Su Casa Grande Mexican Grill & Cantina, we’re more than just a restaurant—we’re a family-owned business built on passion, tradition, and hospitality. Every dish we serve represents generations of authentic Mexican cooking combined with fresh ingredients, exceptional service, and genuine care for our guests.
Unlike many restaurants, we pride ourselves on operating a true from-scratch kitchen. We prepare our salsas, sauces, marinades, soups, and many of our recipes fresh in-house every day. We believe quality starts with the ingredients and the people preparing them.
Our kitchen is fast-paced, professional, and team-oriented. We are looking for cooks who take pride in craftsmanship, consistency, cleanliness, and continuous improvement.
Position Summary
As a Cook at Su Casa Grande, you are responsible for executing dishes with precision, consistency, and pride. Every plate leaving your station represents our family’s reputation.
We are looking for someone who enjoys cooking with fresh ingredients, follows recipes consistently, communicates well with teammates, and thrives in a high-volume scratch kitchen.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items according to Su Casa Grande recipes and standards.
- Maintain proper mise en place before every service, ensuring your station is fully stocked and organized.
- Execute food with consistency, proper portioning, and presentation.
- Properly grill, sauté, fry, roast, and finish dishes while maintaining quality.
- Prepare fresh sauces, marinades, broths, and other scratch-made components.
- Taste food throughout preparation to ensure quality and consistency.
- Communicate with the kitchen team during service to maintain efficient ticket times.
- Monitor food quality and immediately notify management of any issues.
- Maintain a clean workstation throughout every shift.
- Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Rotate product using FIFO methods.
- Assist with receiving deliveries and checking product quality.
- Minimize food waste through careful preparation and proper storage.
- Support fellow kitchen staff whenever needed.
What We’re Looking For
We value attitude just as much as experience.
The ideal candidate is:
- Passionate about cooking
- Reliable and punctual
- Detail-oriented
- Fast without sacrificing quality
- Coachable and eager to learn
- Able to work calmly under pressure
- Respectful and professional
- A strong communicator
- A team player who puts the restaurant first
Qualifications
- Previous line cook experience preferred.
- Scratch kitchen experience is a plus.
- Strong knife skills.
- Knowledge of grilling, sautéing, frying, and food preparation.
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Why Work at Su Casa Grande?
When you join our team, you’re joining a restaurant that believes great food starts with great people.
We offer:
- Family-owned atmosphere
- Opportunity for growth
- Scratch cooking experience
- High-quality ingredients
- Respectful team culture
- Competitive pay
- Consistent scheduling
- Pride in creating authentic Mexican cuisine from scratch
We don’t simply heat food—we create memorable dining experiences.
Prep Cook
Su Casa Grande Mexican Grill & Cantina – Casa Grande, Arizona
About Us
At Su Casa Grande Mexican Grill & Cantina, preparation is everything.
Our kitchen is built around fresh ingredients, authentic recipes, and traditional cooking techniques. Every salsa, marinade, soup, vegetable, and protein begins with careful preparation.
Our prep cooks are the foundation of our kitchen. Without excellent preparation, there is no excellent service.
If you enjoy working with fresh ingredients and take pride in organization and craftsmanship, we’d love to meet you.
Position Summary
The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing the ingredients that make every service successful.
This position requires speed, attention to detail, consistency, cleanliness, and the ability to follow recipes exactly. You will work closely with the chefs and cooks to ensure every station has everything needed for a successful shift.
Responsibilities
- Wash, peel, chop, slice, dice, and portion fresh produce.
- Prepare scratch-made sauces, salsas, marinades, soups, and dressings.
- Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables according to recipes.
- Make fresh batches of ingredients daily.
- Label, date, and rotate inventory using FIFO procedures.
- Keep prep stations clean, organized, and fully stocked.
- Maintain proper food temperatures and storage.
- Follow all sanitation and food safety guidelines.
- Monitor ingredient quality and freshness.
- Restock line stations throughout service when needed.
- Assist cooks during busy periods.
- Clean kitchen equipment and prep areas at the end of every shift.
- Help receive deliveries and organize inventory.
Skills & Qualifications
- Previous kitchen or prep experience preferred.
- Knife skills preferred.
- Ability to read and follow recipes.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Positive attitude.
- Reliable attendance.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
What Makes This Position Special?
At Su Casa Grande, you’ll learn real culinary skills—not simply opening bags or reheating food.
You’ll gain experience with:
- Scratch cooking
- Fresh ingredient preparation
- Authentic Mexican recipes
- Professional kitchen organization
- Team communication
- High-volume restaurant operations
- Traditional cooking techniques
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow into a line cook, sous chef, or future kitchen leader.
Our Core Values
Every team member is expected to demonstrate:
- Integrity — Do the right thing even when no one is watching.
- Respect — Treat coworkers and guests like family.
- Urgency — Work efficiently without sacrificing quality.
- Consistency — Every plate, every shift.
- Cleanliness — A clean kitchen is a safe kitchen.
- Teamwork — Success belongs to everyone.
- Pride — Cook every meal as if you’re serving your own family.
At Su Casa Grande Mexican Grill & Cantina, we believe exceptional food starts with exceptional people. If you’re looking for a place where your hard work is appreciated, your skills can grow, and your passion for cooking can thrive, we’d love to have you join our family
