Cooks - $1,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Scottsdale, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $26.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

no late working hours

Annual holiday bonus

Free lunch

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Benefits

401k Retirement Plan

Paid parental leave

scholarships

Tuition Reimbursement

luxury work environment

award-winning training and development

Job Description

Vi is a leading continuing care retirement community located in Scottsdale, Arizona, renowned for providing an exceptional living experience for its residents. The community prides itself on creating a warm, respectful atmosphere where residents feel like family and employees find rewarding careers. Recognized as a Great Place to Work and one of Glassdoor's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Vi invests considerably in its employees, offering extensive training, development opportunities, and a luxurious work environment. Vi’s culinary team is dedicated to delivering gourmet meals prepared from scratch, enhancing the dining experience with the highest standards of quality and service. The community supports a healthy work-life balance with no late working hours, excellent benefits, and numerous opportunities for growth and advancement.

The Culinary Assistant role at Vi Silverstone offers a unique chance for aspiring chefs to elevate their careers in a supportive and dynamic environment. Starting pay ranges up to $26.00 per hour depending on experience, complemented by a $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees who remain with the company for twelve months. This position involves assisting in the preparation of a variety of foods, maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment, and supporting kitchen operations such as receiving and stocking deliveries following correct rotation practices. As part of a 5-star culinary team, the assistant will contribute to creating high-quality meals that enrich the residents’ lifestyle. This role is ideal for individuals who have some experience in fine dining or hospitality and are eager to advance their skills while enjoying a balanced work schedule and generous benefits. Vi offers additional perks including paid time off, holiday bonuses, free lunch, a 401k retirement plan with company match, paid parental leave, scholarships, and tuition reimbursement, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a fulfilling culinary career with ample support and opportunities for development.

Job Requirements

Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, country club, hotel or senior living company preferred
Basic knife skills
Ability to handle kitchen equipment
Use a Point of Sale (POS) system
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Possess or be willing and able to obtain Food Handler certificate
Must possess a valid and current driver's license, where applicable

Job Qualifications

Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, country club, hotel or senior living company preferred
Basic knife skills
Ability to handle kitchen equipment
Use a Point of Sale (POS) system
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Possess or be willing and able to obtain Food Handler certificate

Job Duties

Assist in preparing all types of food while maintaining a safe, clean and sanitary work area
Assist with receiving and stocking deliveries using proper rotational practices
May assist kitchen attendant as needed
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
Maintain inventory and supplies
Support culinary team in daily operations