Prep Cook

The Opportunity 

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring full-time Prep Cooks to join our team at Yavapai Hotel in Grand Canyon, Arizona. You will never get bored coordinating multiple orders on demand in this fast-paced environment. If you are ready to showcase your precision and attention to detail in a supportive and collaborative environment, apply now.

Pay

$14.35 - $14.35 / hourInformation on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Life at the Grand Canyon

Every day can be an adventure when you live and work at Grand Canyon National Park. Join our global team helping guests enjoy this natural wonder. Whether you want to work for a season or make the Grand Canyon your home, we have opportunities for anyone wanting to live and work in a National Park!

• Variety of low cost housing available for $27.50 - $40/ week including wi-fi, satellite TV, and all utilities
• Free laundry facilities
• Healthy work-life balance
• Community recreation center with gym and monthly outings
• Tons of activities with the South Rim of the Canyon only minutes away including camping, hiking, river rafting, star-gazing, and museums

Perks at the Grand Canyon

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• 401k with company match*
• Paid vacation days and holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave*
• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
• Weekly pay
• 50% off food in our restaurant, tavern, coffee shop, and deli
• 20% off retail and grocery items
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for full-time, year-round team members

parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

Responsibilities 

• Performs opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines.
• Properly measures, portions, and prepares all food items per standards.
• Maintains food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
• Follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations.
• Communicates with chef for any special instructions or training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• Prior food preparation experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and basic math skills to portion and measure ingredients. 
• Ability to use knives and kitchen tools safely and efficiently. 
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectivley to work independently and in a team. 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach for entire length of shift.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to grasp objects, chop, mix, blend, whip etc. a variety of foods and liquids.
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders while working in a hot and damp kitchen environment. 
• Exposure to kitchen dangers such as cuts, scrapes, burns, scalds, slips and falls.
• Use of and exposure to chemicals required to clean and sanitize areas, surfaces and equipment. 

Shift Details 

Day shiftEvening shiftHolidaysWeekendsEvent based

Who We Are 

Delaware North's operations in Grand Canyon National Park offer the opportunity to experience living and working in one of the natural wonders of the world. We provide a variety of employee housing options including shared trailers, apartments, dorm rooms, and houses, with amenities including a community center, free internet, workout, and recreational equipment. We also offer team member food and retail discounts.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.