Advanced Cook - Grand Hotel

Xanterra Travel Collection; Tusayan (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a renowned hotel near the Grand Canyon! As an Advanced Cook, you'll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. With a focus on quality and guest satisfaction, you'll prepare delicious meals while adhering to health and safety standards. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and the chance to meet diverse guests from around the world. This is not just a job; it's an adventure in a stunning location that offers a unique lifestyle and the chance to create lasting memories.

Benefits

Free Grand Canyon National Park pass

Free Grand Canyon Railway Train rides

Access to hotel fitness center and pool

Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts

Planned employee trips and activities

15% Verizon service/products discount

$350 Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• At least two years of cooking experience in a high-volume setting.
• Knowledge of food sanitation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals following recipes and health standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Assist other cooks and deliver quality food.

Skills

Cooking

Food Sanitation Regulations

Knife Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

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Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team at The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon!

Are you enthusiastic about caring for the comfort of guests while creating memories that last a lifetime? The Grand Hotel at The Grand Canyon - the only 3-diamond hotel in Tusayan, Arizona - has 121 standard and deluxe rooms, a retail store and the Canyon Star Steakhouse and Saloon. No matter what your job is, you play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests!

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team at The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon!

Are you enthusiastic about caring for the comfort of guests while creating memories that last a lifetime? The Grand Hotel at The Grand Canyon - the only 3-diamond hotel in Tusayan, Arizona - has 121 standard and deluxe rooms, a retail store and the Canyon Star Steakhouse and Saloon. No matter what your job is, you play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests!

We’re hiring an Advanced Cook to Live. Work. Explore. just one mile from the entrance to the iconic south rim of Grand Canyon National Park!

Job Summary:

The Advanced Cook is an advanced skill level position responsible for preparing meals and following establishment recipes to include; preparing ingredients, adhering to restaurant menu, and following food health and safety procedures. Cook, clean, assist other cooks and staff, and deliver quality food in a fast-paced environment. Work may include operating a grill, oven, or fryer.

The Details:

Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round

Pay: $17.80/hr.

Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon?

We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection, we are the only 3-diamond hotel in the region and one of the few area hotels with an indoor heated swimming pool and hot tub.

Life at The Grand Hotel:

• Low-cost employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, Wi-Fi, and satellite TV
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!
  
  

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs
  
  

Perks:

• Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train rides
• Access to hotel fitness center and pool at the hotel
• Located just a mile from the south entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world
• The adventure of a lifetime!
  
  

Responsibilities

• Fully understand and support Xanterra Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Focus on always providing exceptional quality of service to guests while maximizing profitability, both in how work is conducted and quality of work
• Prepare plated, batch and banquet menu items in accordance to established recipes and standards.
• Prepare menu items maintaining proper portion control for all items, presentation and cooked to proper temperature.
• Follow prep guidelines to limit over production.
• Prep menu/banquet items to specs outlined by Kitchen Manager.
• Set up and break down work stations and production areas according to assigned shift duties.
• Maintain County HACCP food sanitation standards throughout all areas and steps of food production.
• Work any station in the prep area or in the kitchen as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or Supervisor
• Communicate with Kitchen Manager or Supervisor on production problems, “86’d” items or items dragging.
• Practice safety in knife handling, equipment operation, lifting, working with open flame and all other areas of food production.
• Responsible for product organization of food storage.
• Use proper product rotation of perishable items practicing first in first out method of use.
• Maintain professional communication with front of the house staff and co-workers.
• Ensure quality control of all items prepped and/or cooked.
• Work in dish area as necessary.
• Deep clean kitchen equipment.
• Adhere to all prescribed Company, statutory/regulatory policies and procedures such as accounting procedures.
• Provide support to other departments as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• At least two years previous cooking experience in a high volume ala carte or batch production setting.
• Knowledge of food sanitation regulations with ability to apply these regulations while on the job.
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Experience handling food orders in a timely, skillfully and confident.
• Advance knife skills.
• Flexible approach, based on business demand, and able to work varying working hours.
• Advance experience working with various stations in the kitchen (broiler, flat top, and steamer).
  
  

Physical Requirements include:

• Constantly carry 10-20 Lbs;
• Frequently stand, walk, reach outward, reach above the shoulder, squat/kneel, bend, carry up to 50 lbs, and push/pull up to 25 lbs
• Occasionally sit, climb, crawl, and lift/carry up to 100+ lbs.
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitality

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