Cook II (Full-Time) - Arizona Biltmore

Arizona Biltmore; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Biltmore is seeking a Cook II to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen, with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. As a full-time position, flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays is required. Join us in a vibrant culinary environment within a prestigious resort.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

On-site wellness programs

Employee discounts on hotel stays

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of cooking experience in a professional kitchen.
• Preferred hotel/resort and upscale dining experience.
• Passionate about delivering amazing experiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to standard recipes and guest specifications.
• Check and control proper storage of food items.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and refrigeration areas.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Culinary School Graduate

ServSafe Food Handler Certification

Maricopa County Food Handler Card

Job description

About Us

Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits and our dedication to building meaningful relationships.

Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers.

Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences.

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Location Description:

The iconic Arizona Biltmore is located in the heart of the prestigious Biltmore neighborhood in Phoenix. The resort was named the "Jewel of the Desert" since its opening on February 23, 1929. This gorgeous 39-acre property reopened in May 2021 after undergoing a $150 million restoration. It has over 700 rooms, over 200,000 square feet in banquet space spread out over the beautiful property, 9 food and beverage outlets (including 2 restaurants, 2 bars, 2 poolside bars, a gelato shop/cafÃ, and in-room dining), a luxury spa, and 7 pools including a 65' waterslide.

Arizona Biltmore is a LXR Hotel & Resort by Hilton which is a hand-selected collection of unique luxury hotels, offering bespoke service and personal adventures in the world's most intriguing locations. With this, as a team member you will receive the Go Hilton travel benefits in addition to Pyramid's travel benefits. Learn more about our incredible benefits here.

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Overview

Arizona Biltmore offers a diverse culinary experience with 2 full service restaurants, 2 bars, 2 pools, in-room dining, a cafÃ, a large banquet department, and a pastry shop all under the leadership of our fantastic Executive Chef, Andrew Newberg. With a background in Michelin-Starred restaurants and notable hotels, his passion for gastronomy drives the culture of the culinary team with an enthusiasm for innovation, commitment to quality, and dedication to sustainability and community involvement.

Duties

As a Cook II, you will be responsible for maintaining and setting up food production and quality control of all meat, fish, poultry, sauces, stocks, seasoning and all other food items prepared in the different kitchen stations. Specifically, this includes, but is not limited to, the following duties:

• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest check to ensure consistency of product to the guest. Visually inspect, select and use only food items ideal cooking, in preparation of all menu items.
• Maintain consistency and work as a team.
• Check and control the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality.
• Keep all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.
• Prepare daily requisitions for supplies and food items for production.
• Read and employ math skills to follow recipes.
  
  

This is a full-time position and you must have availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

There are openings in our various outlets to include the restaurants, garde manger, and banquets.

Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of cooking experience in a professional, fast-paced kitchen
• Prior hotel / resort experience, preferred
• Upscale / luxury dining experience, preferred
• Graduate of an Apprenticeship or accredited Culinary School, preferred
• Maricopa County Food Handler Card
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification, preferred
• Passionate about delivering amazing experiences
• Proactive
• Sense of urgency
• Eye for detail
• Excellent organization skills
• Driven to grow your talents
• Upscale dining experience, preferred