Cook II-2

Denú Hotel & Spa - Phoenix, AZ; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Hospitality Group is seeking an experienced Cook II for our Phoenix-area property. The role involves preparing high-quality dishes, maintaining recipes and safety standards, and supporting daily kitchen operations with independence.

You will lead junior staff, handle special orders for events, and ensure food quality and sanitation compliance while coordinating with culinary leadership and service teams.

Qualifications

• Two years of culinary or food service experience.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Food Handler or ServSafe certification preferred.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Operate kitchen stations and perform mise en place for service.
• Lead daily kitchen workflow and assist as acting kitchen lead when needed.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Prepare special orders for banquets and events while accommodating dietary restrictions.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and presentation; ensure safety and sanitation compliance.
• Control food costs and waste through proper planning and storage.
• Communicate with culinary leadership and service staff regarding schedules and needs.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety HACCP

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.Our Guiding Principles:Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & FulfillmentJob DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Cook II is an experienced culinary professional responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality food while ensuring compliance with established recipes, food safety standards, and operational procedures. Working with a high degree of independence, the Cook II supports daily kitchen operations, contributes to exceptional guest experiences, and serves as a resource for entry-level kitchen staff.What You Will AccomplishKey ResponsibilitiesPrepare, cook, and present a variety of menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and presentation standards, ensuring food quality, consistency, proper temperatures, and portion control.Operate assigned kitchen stations independently while completing daily ingredient preparation, mise en place, and production planning to support efficient and timely service.Lead and coordinate daily kitchen workflow by assigning tasks, supporting team members, and ensuring efficient operations during service; serve as the acting kitchen lead in the absence of the Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager, as assigned.Train, mentor, and provide guidance to Cook III team members and other kitchen staff while fostering a positive, professional, and collaborative kitchen environment.Prepare special orders and support banquet, catering, and special event functions, accommodating dietary restrictions and guest requests as required.Monitor food quality, freshness, presentation, and production throughout service to ensure compliance with organizational standards and guest satisfaction.Maintain compliance with all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, health department, and workplace safety regulations while ensuring kitchen workstations, equipment, storage areas, and food preparation areas remain clean, organized, and operational.Manage inventory by monitoring stock levels, assisting with product requisitions, receiving and storing deliveries, and ensuring proper labeling, storage, and FIFO rotation of food products.Control food costs and minimize waste through effective production planning, inventory management, proper food handling, ingredient utilization, and portion control.Communicate effectively with culinary leadership and service staff regarding production schedules, inventory needs, purchasing requirements, equipment issues, staffing concerns, product shortages, and other operational needs.Adhere to all company policies, standards, and procedures while contributing to a culture of teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Minimum of two (2) years of culinary or food service experience in a restaurant, hotel, healthcare, senior living, catering, or institutional setting.Working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen equipment.Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.Food Handler Certification or ServSafe Certification preferred.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periodsAbility to lift, pushing, pulling and carry up to 50 poundsFrequent bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive motionsAbility to work in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environmentsAbility to safely use knives, cooking equipment, and other kitchen tools. Manual dexterity sufficient to safely operate kitchen tools and equipment.We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.-We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.