Cook / Kitchen Helper

RL Communities•Gilbert, AZ

17h

About The Position

As our Cook / Kitchen Helper at Copper Springs Retirement, you'll work in our scratch-based kitchen- prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner as scheduled, creating meals that are safely cooked, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences. Just as importantly, you’ll build positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Ability to work Saturday-Wednesday 6:00am-2:30pm.
Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and present high‑quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.
Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end‑of‑day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.
Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish‑machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.