Intermediate 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 3-diamond hotel located just a mile from the Grand Canyon! As an Intermediate Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing delicious meals while ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where you can grow your culinary skills and create memorable experiences for guests. Enjoy the beauty of the Grand Canyon and the camaraderie of a dedicated team while contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. Experience the adventure of a lifetime while working in a position that values your contributions and passion for hospitality.

Benefits

Free entry to Grand Canyon National Park

Free Grand Canyon Railway Train rides

Planned employee trips and activities

Exclusive retail and dining discounts

15% Verizon service/products discount

Access to hotel fitness center and pool

$350 Referral Bonus Program

Low-cost employee housing

Free on-site meals

Free laundry facility

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old with one year of cooking experience.
• Knowledge of food sanitation regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Maintain food sanitation standards throughout food production.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and management.

Skills

Cooking

Food Sanitation Regulations

Knife Handling

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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 Intermediate Cook to Live. Work. Explore. just one mile from the entrance to the iconic south rim of Grand Canyon National Park!

Job Summary:

The Intermediate Cook is a mid-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
Season Dates: Starting 2/5/2025
Pay: $17.30/hour
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 and Perks:

• Free entry to Grand Canyon National Park
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train rides
• Planned employee trips and activities
• Exclusive retail and dining discounts at The Grand Hotel and other Xanterra properties
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• Access to hotel fitness center and pool
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• 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 workstations 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• At least one-year 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.

Physical Requirements include:

• Frequently stand, walk, reach, squat/kneel, and bend
• Lift/Carry up to 50 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.