Ranch Kitchen Chef — From-Scratch Meals & Plated Service

White Stallion Ranch; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

White Stallion Ranch is seeking a Full Time Cook to prepare high-quality, from-scratch meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You will ensure dietary needs are met, maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and follow health codes while working as part of a team.

Responsibilities include plated and buffet service, food safety, accurate measurements, and collaboration with colleagues to execute menus. A Food Handler’s certification is required and the role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook, chef, or in a comparable role.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and scratch cooking.
• Understanding of dietary restrictions and menu adjustments.
• Ability to accurately measure, season, and cook according to recipes.
• Knowledge of safe cooking temperatures for meats (Pima County Health Code).
• Valid Food Handler’s Certification (required).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professionalism, punctuality, and adherence to dress code.
• High school diploma or equivalent (culinary training preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare from-scratch meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Execute plated and buffet-style meal service with attention to presentation.
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and special meal requests.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Follow proper food storage, handling, and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with team members on menu execution and buffet setup.
• Ensure all foods meet required cooking temperatures per health code.

Skills

Proven experience as a cook, chef, or

Culinary techniques

Dietary restrictions

Measurement and seasoning

Safe cooking temperatures

Food Handler’s Certification

Lifting up to 50 lbs and endurance

Communication and teamwork

Professionalism and dress code

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (culinary training preferred)

Job description

White Stallion Ranch is seeking a Full Time Cook to prepare high-quality, from-scratch meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You will ensure dietary needs are met, maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and follow health codes while working as part of a team.

Responsibilities include plated and buffet service, food safety, accurate measurements, and collaboration with colleagues to execute menus. A Food Handler’s certification is required and the role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.