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Temporary Cooks Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Cook

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as ... Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

Cook - Part Time

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Wages on Demand These benefits may be reduced depending on FT, PT, PRN or temporary job status. To ... Cooks meals according to established recipes and menus. * Assists Culinary Services Director in ...

Cook - Part Time

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Wages on Demand These benefits may be reduced depending on FT, PT, PRN or temporary job status. To ... Cooks meals according to established recipes and menus. * Assists Culinary Services Director in ...

Cook - PM

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$20.50/hr

Cooks foods in quantities according to menu and number of persons to be served.Inventories food, supplies and equipment weekly.Orders kitchen supplies as needed.Ensures all temp logs and waste logs ...

Cook - PM

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$20.50/hr

Cooks foods in quantities according to menu and number of persons to be served. * Inventories food, supplies and equipment weekly. * Orders kitchen supplies as needed. * Ensures all temp logs and ...

Cook - Part Time

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Wages on Demand These benefits may be reduced depending on FT, PT, PRN or temporary job status. To ... Cooks meals according to established recipes and menus. * Assists Culinary Services Director in ...

Cook - PM

Scottsdale, AZ

$14 - $19/hr

Cooks foods in quantities according to menu and number of persons to be served. * Inventories food, supplies and equipment weekly. * Orders kitchen supplies as needed. * Ensures all temp logs and ...

Cook - Part Time

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Wages on Demand These benefits may be reduced depending on FT, PT, PRN or temporary job status. To ... Cooks meals according to established recipes and menus. * Assists Culinary Services Director in ...

Line Cook

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We hire line and prep cooks who understand high expectations for food presentation and execution ... proper food temps and following company specifications while maintaining a clean station and ...

Line Cook

Chandler, AZ

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We hire line and prep cooks who understand high expectations for food presentation and execution ... proper food temps and following company specifications while maintaining a clean station and ...

Line Cook

Chandler, AZ

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

We hire line and prep cooks who understand high expectations for food presentation and execution ... proper food temps and following company specifications while maintaining a clean station and ...

Cook - Seasonal

El Mirage, AZ · On-site

$17/hr

  • Vision

  • PTO

Job Type Temporary Description Season: Beginning on or about 10/01/2026 through on or about 04/15 ... Position Summary As a Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving a variety of ...

Cook - Seasonal

Gold Canyon, AZ · On-site

$15.15/hr

  • Vision

  • PTO

Job Type Temporary Description Season: Beginning on or about 10/01/2026 through on or about 04/19/2027 Position Summary: As a Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving a variety ...

Cook - Seasonal

Apache Junction, AZ · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

  • Vision

  • PTO

Job Type Temporary Description Season: Beginning on or about 10/01/2026 through on or about 04/1 ... As a Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving a variety of dishes to our ...

COOK

Sierra Vista, AZ · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous cooking experience is preferred, but not required. * Perks: On the job training! * Pay ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

COOK (FULL TIME)

Sierra Vista, AZ

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous cooking experience is preferred, but not required. * Perks: On the job training! * Pay ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

COOK (FULL TIME)

Sierra Vista, AZ · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Previous cooking experience is preferred, but not required. * Perks: On the job training! * Pay ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

GRILL COOK

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior cooking and food prep experience is required. * Perks: Free parking! Lunch and uniform ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

GRILL COOK (FULL TIME)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prior cooking and food prep experience is required. * Perks: Free parking! Lunch and uniform ... temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round ...

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Temporary Cooks information

What is the difference between Temporary Cooks vs Part-Time Cooks?

AspectTemporary CooksPart-Time Cooks
CredentialsBasic culinary skills, sometimes food handler certificationSame as Temporary Cooks, often with additional certifications
Work EnvironmentVaries by assignment, often short-term or seasonalConsistent, scheduled shifts in restaurants, catering, or institutions
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, event companies, temporary staffing firmsRestaurants, hotels, catering services with regular part-time roles
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for short-term culinary work or seasonal jobsSeeking ongoing part-time culinary employment with regular hours

Temporary Cooks typically work on short-term assignments through staffing agencies or for seasonal events, while Part-Time Cooks have scheduled, ongoing shifts in restaurants or catering services. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, but their employment nature and work schedules differ.

How to become a temporary cook?

To become a temporary cook, you typically need some cooking experience or a culinary background, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Applying to staffing agencies or temporary job platforms can help find short-term cooking assignments, and having basic kitchen skills and knowledge of food safety standards is beneficial.

Can I get a temporary cook job with no experience?

Temporary cook positions often do not require prior experience, as employers may provide on-the-job training. Basic skills such as food safety knowledge and the ability to follow instructions can improve chances of hiring, even for those new to cooking. However, some employers may prefer candidates with some related experience or certifications like a food handler's permit.
What are the most commonly searched types of Cooks jobs in Arizona? The most popular types of Cooks jobs in Arizona are:
Infographic showing various Temporary Cooks job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Brookdale Senior Living rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 531 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

197th of 240 rated social care providers


Job description


Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Lead Cooks, Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services.
Make Lives Better Including Your Own.
If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Associate assistance program
  • Employee discounts
  • Referral program
  • Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
  • Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Company provided life insurance
  • Adoption benefit
  • Disability (short and long term)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account
  • Optional life and dependent life insurance
  • Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
  • Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your role.
  • Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.
  • Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
About Us
Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:
  • Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
  • Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
  • Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
  • Industry leader in clinical care.
  • Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
  • Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

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