Cook (Skill Levels I, II, III)

Hacienda Del Sol Resort•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort is an historic luxury resort located at the foothills of the Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. The Cook prepares food, assists kitchen staff with food preparation, and sets up allocated stations for the menu as instructed by the Chef and in compliance with standards. The position also arranges, prepares, and breaks down buffets and food displays while maintaining hygienic standards. Cook levels I, II, and III are based on the candidate’s skill set and experience; Cook I is the highest level. The position offers competitive hourly pay of $17 to $19, depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; employee resort discounts; a 401(k) retirement plan after one year of eligibility; and a supportive team environment with opportunities to grow.

Requirements

Previous professional cooking experience is required.
Good knife skills.
Ability to meet cooking skill standards established for the assigned Cook level.
Ability to stand for long periods, walk, reach, and bend.
Ability to occasionally lift over 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Set up stations and collect supplies needed to prepare the menu for service.
Prepare a variety of foods, including meat, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and cold food items.
Arrange sauces and supplementary garnishes for the allocated station.
Cover, date, and correctly store food-preparation items and leftovers.
Notify the Chef in advance of likely shortages.
Serve menu items in compliance with established standards.
Use food-preparation tools according to manufacturers’ instructions.
Close the kitchen correctly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations.
Maintain a prepared and sanitary work area at all times.
Keep the work area fresh throughout the shift.
Keep storage areas tidy and store products appropriately.
Consistently use safe and hygienic food-handling practices.
Return dirty food-preparation utensils to the appropriate areas.
Arrange, prepare, and break down buffets and food displays.