Cafe Cook / Short-Order Cook – Desi's Diner (Inside Desert Toyota) in Tucson, Arizona at Desert Toyota

Location: 7150 East 22nd Street, Tucson, AZ 85710

Starting at: $18/hr
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Schedule: Day shifts (No late nights! Dealership’s cafe hours fluctuate between 6:30 A.M. to 2:30 PM)

Position Overview

Desert Toyota of Tucson is seeking a reliable, high-energy Cafe Cook to run the kitchen operations at our popular on-site restaurant, Desi's Diner. Our diner provides homemade breakfasts, lunches, and premium refreshments to our busy dealership clients and hard-working staff members. If you love working in a fast-paced environment with predictable day hours and great community vibes, we want to hear from you!

Core Duties & Responsibilities

· Food Preparation: Prepare and cook classic homemade breakfast and lunch items quickly and accurately.

· Kitchen Maintenance: Keep food prep areas, grills, warmers, and coffee machines pristine and compliant with food safety standards.

· Inventory Control: Monitor ingredients, track stock levels, and coordinate weekly food and beverage orders.

· Customer Interaction: Ring up transactions on the cash register and provide exceptionally friendly service to all guests.

· Administrative Tasks: Accurately handle minor food service paperwork and track daily dealership service tabs.

What We Are Looking For

· Previous experience as a short-order cook, line cook, or cafe crew member is highly preferred.

· Valid Food Handler's Card (or willingness to obtain one before starting).

· Strong multitasking skills with the physical stamina to stand for extended periods.

· A reliable team player with excellent communication and point-of-sale customer service skills.

Perks & Benefits

· Predictable daytime schedule with no late-night shifts.

· Competitive wages based on kitchen experience.

· Generous employee discounts and a supportive workplace culture.