Cook Lead - Full Time - La Posada at Pusch Ridge

Cook Lead - Full Time - La Posada at Pusch Ridge

Join Our Team as a Cook Lead at La Posada at Pusch Ridge! Are you a talented and passionate culinary professional looking for an opportunity to showcase your skills in a high-end, upscale kitchen? La Posada at Pusch Ridge, an upscale continuous care retirement community in Oro Valley, AZ, is seeking an experienced full time Cook Lead to join our dynamic team!

As a Cook Lead, you will play a vital role in delivering an exceptional dining experience for our residents and guests. You will assist in supervising kitchen staff, ensuring top-quality food preparation, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and sanitation. This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule, as shifts and days will vary based on operational needs.

Why Join La Posada at Pusch Ridge? At La Posada, we are committed to creating a rewarding and inspiring work environment where employees feel valued and supported. We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Earned Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Excellent health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage incentive program for employees commuting over 15 miles

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and supervise cooks and kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to uniform, appearance, cooking techniques, and safety protocols.
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring quality, consistency, and professional presentation.
• Monitor staff compliance with policies, including employee meals, breaks, time, and attendance.
• Maintain high sanitation standards, ensuring all food safety guidelines are followed.
• Assist in managing food ordering, inventory control, and kitchen organization.
• Support the Executive and Sous Chefs in menu rollouts, production planning, and service meetings.
• Foster positive relationships with residents, guests, and fellow team members.

What We're Looking For:

• Two years of kitchen experience in a high-volume or upscale dining environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.
• Highly organized with great attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with residents, guests, and team members.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills and experience with commercial kitchen equipment.

If you're passionate about food, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to be part of something truly special, we'd love to hear from you! Join us at La Posada at Pusch Ridge and help shape the future of luxury senior living dining.

Apply today!