Relief Cook

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on demand

Employee discounts

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities is seeking a Weekend Relief Cook to cover Saturdays and Sundays in our scratch-based kitchen. You will prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner, aiming for safely cooked, visually appealing meals that meet resident preferences while building warm, friendly relationships with residents and peers.

The role emphasizes high standards, teamwork, and dependable weekend coverage in a resort-style community setting. Training and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Available to work Saturdays and Sundays, 8 hours per day.
• Able to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred.
• Able to obtain food handler permits within two weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high‑quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, ensuring every plate looks appealing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
• Complete opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end‑of‑day shutdown, and support teammates to maintain a clean, safe kitchen.
• Keep stations stocked and organized, refresh pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitor refrigeration as needed.
• Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Skills

English proficiency

Kitchen experience

Food safety awareness

Job description

About the Role

As our Relief Cook, you'll step in on Saturdays and Sundays to ensure residents enjoy the same high quality dining experience they receive throughout the week. Working in our scratch-based kitchen, you’ll prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner as scheduled, creating meals that are safely cooked, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences. Just as importantly, you’ll build positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere every weekend.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work every Saturday and Sunday, at least 8 hours per day.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.
• Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high‑quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
• Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end‑of‑day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.
• Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish‑machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Why RLC?

• Awesome Perks: Enjoy your pay on demand, employee discounts, and more.
• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Cook with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.

EOE/ADA