Relief Cook

Peoria, AZ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.00 - $20.50

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Pay on Demand

Employee Discounts

supportive leadership

Purpose-driven role

Resort-style environment

Job Description

Resort Lifestyle Communities (RLC) is a leading provider of senior living communities, committed to creating vibrant and resort-style environments for seniors across the nation. With over 60 communities nationwide, RLC is a fast-growing and family-owned company that prides itself on fostering close-knit, servant-hearted communities. The company’s culture is deeply rooted in its Core Values: Respect, Honesty, Kindness & Compassion, and Service Excellence. These values guide every aspect of its operations, ensuring that residents not only receive top-tier care but also live in a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment. Employees at RLC are considered part of an extended family, all working together to achieve four essential goals that define the company’s mission: happy employees, happy residents, full occupancy, and on-budget operations.

The Relief Cook role at RLC is a unique opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about serving older adults and creating memorable dining experiences. This position requires the candidate to work every Saturday and Sunday, stepping in to maintain the high-quality dining standards that residents enjoy throughout the week. Working within a scratch-based kitchen, the Relief Cook will prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals, ensuring that food is safely cooked, visually appealing, and portioned according to residents’ preferences. The role is not just about cooking but also about building meaningful relationships with residents, guests, and fellow team members to help cultivate a warm and hospitable atmosphere during weekends.

Working in the Relief Cook position means engaging in a variety of cooking methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing proteins and vegetables. The employee will be responsible for preparing dishes that meet quality standards, managing food stations, restocking ingredients, and maintaining an organized and sanitary kitchen environment. Safety is paramount, and the Relief Cook will be expected to handle food safely, monitor refrigeration and dish machine temperatures, and maintain cleanliness throughout the kitchen.

Additionally, this role offers excellent perks including pay on demand and employee discounts, working within a supportive leadership team in a beautiful resort-style setting. Candidates are encouraged to bring their servant hearts and a desire to make a difference in a purpose-driven role. This position reflects RLC’s dedication to its employees and residents by providing a rewarding job experience that aligns with the company’s core mission. Overall, the Relief Cook will play a vital role in ensuring that weekend meal service continues to meet RLC’s high standards, creating delightful culinary experiences that contribute to residents’ well-being and satisfaction.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Ability to work every Saturday and Sunday, at least 8 hours per day
Ability to read, speak and understand basic English
Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred
Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two weeks of first day of employment

Job Qualifications

Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred
Ability to read, speak and understand basic English
Possession of or ability to obtain appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two weeks of employment
Ability to work every Saturday and Sunday, at least 8 hours per day
At least 18 years of age or older

Job Duties

Prepare and present high-quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing
Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours
Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end-of-day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed
Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish-machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction