Cook | Catalina Area | Full-time

SaddleBrooke Two is a prestigious and luxurious 55+ adult active lifestyle community situated in the picturesque foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. This stunning location offers residents breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding desert and vistas, creating an ideal environment for relaxation and community living. Recognized for its exceptional quality and atmosphere, SaddleBrooke Two has been voted Best Retirement Community by the Arizona Daily Star Reader's Choice for six consecutive years. Additionally, it ranks as one of the top 10 places to retire in Arizona according to Ideal Living Magazine. Such accolades underscore the commitment of SaddleBrooke Two to providing not only excellent living spaces but also vibrant community experiences and exceptional services to its residents.

The community prides itself on fostering a work-life environment that is inspired by the unique lifestyle and needs of its members. Its team is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in all aspects of operations, ensuring residents receive outstanding service and care. SaddleBrooke Two is also an E-Verify employer and may conduct background and financial checks before finalizing any job offer. It strongly upholds its status as an Equal Opportunity Employer, rejecting discrimination of any kind and promoting inclusivity and diversity.

The role of Cook, under the direction of the Chef and/or the Sous Chef, is vital in delivering quality food products to the community's customers. This position requires preparing food items and dishes according to specific instructions or established recipes. Cooks at SaddleBrooke Two operate various kitchen equipment, including ovens, burners, broilers, deep fryers, knives, slicers, and other utensils essential for food preparation. Primarily responsible for tasks such as retrieving ingredients, prepping salads and soups, sautéing, broiling, and plating entrées as per the Chef’s guidance, the cook plays a central part in the culinary team's success.

Additionally, the cook is entrusted with maintaining cleanliness and organization within the kitchen. This entails cleaning workstations, pots, pans, fryers, broilers, and line areas using disinfectants and properly disposing of waste materials. The cook must work efficiently and follow strict hygiene and safety standards to ensure a positive dining experience.

This opportunity is ideal for candidate with at least one year of cooking experience, who holds a Food Handler's Card, possesses basic knife skills such as dicing, chopping, and slicing fruits, vegetables, and meats, and can competently use mechanical kitchen equipment like slicers and mixers. The position not only demands culinary proficiency but also an ability to follow directions attentively and work collaboratively within the kitchen team.

SaddleBrooke Two offers competitive benefits that contribute significantly to the well-being and satisfaction of its employees. These include medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability policies, participation in a company-matched 401(k) plan, as well as paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Additional unique perks further enhance the employee experience, making this role an attractive fit for culinary professionals seeking stability, community, and growth within a celebrated retirement community.