Cook II
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Skills
About the role
POSITION SUMMARY
Prepares and presents menu items at an independent station according to resort recipes, quality standards, and food safety requirements. Works with minimal supervision, supports the line during peak periods, and assists in training newer kitchen staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Prepare and cook menu items at assigned station (sauté, grill, fry, garde manger, or banquet) to recipe and plating specifications
• Set up, stock, and break down station; complete mise en place before service
• Follow production sheets, banquet event orders, and ticket times accurately
• Maintain proper food handling, labeling, dating, storage, and rotation (FIFO)
• Adhere to sanitation, allergen, and safety procedures; keep station clean and organized
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely; report malfunctions to the supervisor
• Minimize waste and portion accurately to support cost controls
• Assist in training and guiding Cook I, prep, and steward team members
• Communicate with servers, expeditors, and fellow cooks to ensure timely, accurate service
• Perform other duties as assigned by culinary leadership
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum 2 years of professional cooking experience; hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant experience preferred
• Proficiency in knife skills, cooking methods, and station operation
• Ability to read and follow recipes and production instructions
• Current Arizona food handler card required
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 lbs; work in hot, cold, and wet kitchen environments; use knives and commercial kitchen equipment safely.
This description outlines the general nature of the work and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Duties may be adjusted as business needs change. The Scottsdale Resort & Spa is an equal opportunity employer; reasonable accommodations are available upon request.