About our Brand

That colorful hotel in the desert, The Saguaro is a good time. It’s not that complicated. There’s plenty of sunshine, a buzzing pool scene and lots of local flavor.

We are seeking a dynamic Restaurant Prep Cook to join our team. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Responsibilities

Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times

Establish and maintain good communication and teamwork with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel

Prepare all food items to order, following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits

Prep assigned items according to the Master Prep Lists and par levels set by management nightly

Communicates with Chefs about low stock, orders needed for the next day and any complications from the day/night shift

Properly measure and assemble ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes

Use scale to ensure proper portioning of food items

Minimize waste of products

Accept or reject ingredients based on quality and quantity

Clean, organize and maintain walk-in refrigerator, reach-in refrigerator, cooler drawers, prep, and dry storage area

Maintain prep/kitchen area in a clean, sanitary and safe manner

Rotate product according to “First In, First Out” to maintain shelf-life standards and able and Date all products

Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards

Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques

Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item

Participate in scheduled departmental and administrative meetings as requested

Core Competencies

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Two (2) years related experience in hospitality or service industry preferred

Strong communication skills

Collaborative spirit

Ethical Conduct

Positive Attitude

Eye for Detail

Problem solving abilities

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive wages and benefits while fostering a diverse and inclusive work experience.

We thrive in being a diverse work environment. Consideration for employment will be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.