Sous Chef / Prep Cook / Line Cook

What’s Crackin Cafe is a beloved local brunch destination located in Mesa, Arizona, and is part of Breaking Eggs Cafe LLC. Known for its scratch-made breakfast and lunch offerings, it draws a loyal weekend crowd eager to enjoy quality meals crafted with care and passion. The cafe embodies a hands-on kitchen culture where every dish that leaves the line reflects the pride and dedication of the team behind it. As a smaller, community-focused establishment, What’s Crackin Cafe values consistency, teamwork, and culinary excellence in an inviting, fast-paced brunch setting. Consistently praised for doing brunch right, the cafe invites those who are passionate about food and hospitality to become an integral part of its growing team.

The Sous Chef position at What’s Crackin Cafe is a critical role designed for an experienced cook eager to step into leadership within a dynamic kitchen atmosphere. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on cooking and mentoring opportunities, where you will own the line during the cafe’s busiest times and contribute meaningfully to the operations and team development. Initially part-time, the role comes with a clear pathway to full-time employment based on performance. By the end of the first year, the Sous Chef will be the key factor ensuring that kitchen prep is efficient, dishes are consistently excellent, and the pace of service remains smooth even during the bustling Saturday brunch hours. A commitment to upholding recipe integrity and portion control is essential, as is maintaining a clean, organized, and food-safe environment compliant with ServSafe standards.

The ideal sous chef is not only a dependable and skilled cook but also a natural leader who can inspire and assist newer cooks in improving their skills. You will work closely with the kitchen lead, effectively becoming their right hand and advancing the culinary standards and teamwork within the kitchen. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in high-volume, fast-paced brunch settings and who values a strong sense of community within their workplace. Compensation ranges from $15 to $18 per hour depending on experience, and the cafe offers benefits like shift meals and a welcoming crew environment. If you are motivated, punctual, and ready to grow your career in a supportive, local business, What’s Crackin Cafe provides a fantastic environment to develop your culinary leadership skills while doing what you love.