FT-Kitchen Cook III

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain; Paradise Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley, AZ, seeks a Kitchen Cook III to craft high-quality dishes and uphold luxury dining standards. You will execute hot line duties with attention to flavor, presentation, and consistency, contributing to an exceptional guest experience.

Guided by our Spirit of Service, you will work in a collaborative kitchen, maintain cleanliness and safety, and support chefs in delivering memorable meals for discerning guests at our award-winning resort.

Qualifications

• Must work well with support departments.
• Ability to maintain a pleasant disposition and function efficiently in high stress work environment.
• Solid interpersonal, organizational, and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to lift 100 lbs and carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to listen effectively, to speak and write English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing items in assigned area, following designated recipes and production sheets.
• Assist in the break down/cleaning of station at end of each meal and shift.
• Avoid waste through the proper preparation and storage of food.
• Maintain high level of sanitation, organization and cleanliness.
• Responsible for compliance with Maricopa County Health Dept. regulations on assigned station at all times.
• Maintain consistency of product with great attention to food quality, taste, and presentation.

Skills

High-end kitchen experience

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handler's Card

Culinary Education (preferred)

Job description

Description

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain is an award-winning luxury boutique resort set against the iconic Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Our intimate hideaway features beautifully appointed casitas, a world-class spa, elements restaurant, jade bar, and exceptional resort amenities, all designed to deliver an effortlessly elegant guest experience.

At Sanctuary, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our North Star Vision and Spirit of Service, we believe everyone has a place with us and is valued and understood. The soul of Sanctuary sets the stage for authentic connections and intentional experiences beyond imagination, instilling a sense of spiritual belonging for our guests and one another.

We bring our North Star to life by leading with service, respect, teamwork, integrity, trust, ownership, and a spirit of fun. We are committed to developing our team members, encouraging collaboration, and creating an inspiring hospitality environment where every interaction reflects the genuine care, personalized service, and meaningful connections that define the Sanctuary experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The Kitchen Cook III contributes to Sanctuary Camelback Mountain's success by preparing and presenting high-quality menu items while maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and organization within the kitchen. This role is responsible for executing assigned hot line and food preparation duties with attention to flavor, presentation, and culinary excellence, ensuring every dish reflects Sanctuary's luxury dining experience.

Guided by Sanctuary's North Star Vision and Spirit of Service, the Kitchen Cook III fosters authentic connections through teamwork, craftsmanship, and pride in every plate while creating intentional dining experiences beyond imagination where guests and team members feel valued, understood, and inspired.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Note: the following duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive

• Assist in preparing items in assigned area, following designated recipes and production sheets.
• Assist in the break down/cleaning of station at the end of each meal prepared and at end of shift.
• Avoid waste through the proper preparation and storage of food.
• Maintain high level of sanitation, organization and cleanliness.
• Responsible for compliance with Maricopa County Health Dept. regulations on assigned station at all times. (i.e.: approved drink containers, utilizing sanitizer, refrigerator temperatures etc.).
• Ensure proper maintenance and care is displayed towards all equipment.
• Be familiar with the resort guidelines and procedures, and act accordingly.
• Always project a positive attitude and a spirit of teamwork. Respect the priorities of others.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that enables getting along with guests, vendors, co-workers, and management.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef and/or Cook I.
• Maintain high personal morale
• Maintain consistency of product with great attention to food quality, taste, and presentation.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he/she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Must work well with support departments, to ensure product provided is prepared in a timely and at a high quality standard.
• Ability to maintain a pleasant disposition and function efficiently in high stress work environment.
• Solid interpersonal, organizational, and problem resolution skills.
• Ability to work on slippery surfaces.
• Required to stand for long periods of time in one area near hot equipment (ovens, burners, etc.).
• Ability to lift 100 lbs and carry 50 lbs.
• Ability to listen effectively, to speak and write English clearly.
• Must be responsible, insightful, detail oriented, and self-motivated.
• Must be able to work flexible and long hours.
• Ability to quickly deliver quality product while under pressure.
• Requires extending arms, bending and stooping to reach materials.
• Good communication skills and able to not only work as a team but motivate people.
• Promote excellent guest relations while living the Sanctuary Commitments.
• Maintain a high level of work quality and quantity per resort standards.
• At all times maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and a positive attitude toward all resort guests and fellow co-workers.
• Must be able to consistently deliver high quality product quickly and while under pressure.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent
• Current Food Handler’s Card.
• Culinary Education is preferred.

Related Work Experience

• 2 years high-end kitchen experience.
• Experience with hospitality and customer service required.