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AUBERGINE AND COMPANY

Cook - Night Shift

Mesa, AZ

$17/hr

AUBERGINE KITCHEN Cook -- Night Shift Kitchen -- Evening & Closing Production Reports To: Assistant Manager / GM Shift: Evening shifts | Weekends included | Closed Sundays Job Type: Full-Time Pay ...

Banner Health

Cook Night Shift

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

Culinary & Nutrition-Hosp Work Shift: Night Job Category: Facilities, Environmental Services, and ... As a Cook at Banner Health, you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking high-quality hot ...

Banner Health

Cook Night Shift

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$12 - $16.25/hr

Culinary & Nutrition-Hosp Work Shift: Night Job Category: Facilities, Environmental Services, and ... As a Cook at Banner Health, you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking high-quality hot ...

Raising Cane's

Cook - Late Night Shift

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.50 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising ...

Raising Cane's

Cook - Late Night Shift

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.50 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising ...

Raising Cane's

Cook - Late Night Shift

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.50 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising ...

Raising Cane's

Cook - Evening & Late Night Shift

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.50 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising ...

Raising Cane's

Cook - Evening & Late Night Shift

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.50 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising ...

Raising Cane's

Cook - Evening & Late Night Shift

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Starting hiring pay at: $15.50 As a Cook at Raising Cane's, you will set the pace of the Restaurant by ensuring all of the food we serve meets our high standards. Working in the Kitchen at Raising ...

Thai Chili 2Go

Line Cook

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $17/hr

Food prep, cooking and cleaning. * Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude. Requirements ... Night Shift (Preferred) Work Location: One location

Thai Chili 2Go

Line Cook

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $17/hr

Food prep, cooking and cleaning. * Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude. Requirements ... Night Shift (Preferred) Work Location: One location

Thai Chili 2 Go

Line Cook

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $17/hr

Food prep, cooking and cleaning. * Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude. Requirements ... Night Shift (Preferred) Work Location: One location

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How much do night shift cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for night shift cook in Arizona is $14.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $16.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a night shift cook?

A Night Shift Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food during late-night or overnight hours in restaurants, hotels, or other food establishments. They ensure meals are made according to recipes, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and manage food storage. This role often requires multitasking, working independently, and maintaining food safety standards. Night Shift Cooks may also handle limited customer interactions, such as fulfilling late-night orders. Suitable candidates should have prior kitchen experience and the ability to work non-traditional hours.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a night shift cook?

To thrive as a Night Shift Cook, you need solid culinary skills, experience with safe food handling, and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints, often complemented by a high school diploma or culinary training. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, commercial ovens, grills, and point-of-sale (POS) systems is usually required, along with a food handler’s certification. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure quality meal preparation, maintain high food safety standards, and support smooth late-night kitchen operations.

What are some of the unique challenges of working as a night shift cook, and how can I prepare for them?

Night Shift Cooks often face challenges such as working independently or with a smaller team, handling high-order volumes during late hours, and adapting to changing late-night menus or requests. Preparing for these demands involves building stamina to manage overnight hours, honing multitasking skills to efficiently serve customers, and staying organized to keep the kitchen running smoothly with fewer resources. Communication with other staff, such as servers and managers, remains important to ensure orders are accurate and customers are satisfied. Embracing flexibility and a strong work ethic can make your night shifts both successful and rewarding.

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Infographic showing various Night Shift Cook job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,069 per year, or $14.9 per hour.

Cook - Night Shift

AUBERGINE AND COMPANY

Mesa, AZ

$17/hr

Full-time, Other

PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

AUBERGINE KITCHEN

Cook — Night Shift

Kitchen — Evening & Closing Production

Reports To: Assistant Manager / GM

Shift: Evening shifts | Weekends included | Closed Sundays

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $17

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Ability to communicate in English, Spanish, or Portuguese.

  • Pace and accuracy in a closing-shift environment; ability to stay calm during peak hours and hold standards through the end of service.

  • 21+; prior experience in a restaurant or professional kitchen required.

  • Completes Aubergine's onboarding and position-specific training; Food Handler Certificate within 14 days of hire (company-supported).

  • Available 30–40 hrs/week incl. weekends/holidays (closed Sundays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, July 4th).

  • Able to stand/move for extended periods, lift/push/carry up to 50 lbs, and work around heat, steam, and cold.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Dinner Production & Cooling

  • Prepare protein batches for dinner service based on projected sales and par levels; manage leftovers responsibly to minimize waste.

  • Measure and record food temperatures during cooking, cooling, and reheating, strictly following food safety procedures.

Food Safety & Organization

  • Rotate all items using FIFO; maintain high food quality through closing — no shortcuts.

  • Ensure all equipment and surfaces are clean, sanitized, and organized by end of shift.

Shift Handover & Support

  • Communicate with the morning team through clear records of what was prepared and cooled; assist with closing duties.

  • Monitor ingredient usage, report shortages, and flag equipment or safety issues to leadership.

BENEFITS

Employee discount, PTO, referral program.