Job Description

This position is responsible for assisting the Chef in overseeing food preparation, supervision of kitchen staff, menu planning and inventory control. Additional responsibilities include providing guests with quality food products while maintaining costs and standards set forth by the Chef and management. My check invoices upon delivery and communicate with drivers on shortages/mistakes. Responsible for properly storing products in a time and efficient manner to maintain temperatures on perishable products. Performs other duties as assigned.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Food Preparation consisting of retrieving items needed for daily specials and menu items from dry storage or refrigerator/freezer. Prepping of food prior to service such as salads and soups and dating and storing as necessary. Sauteing, running the broiler/deep fryer and then plating the entrees per the instructions/recipes of the Chef. Receiving food orders; organize coolers/freezers.
• Supervision of kitchen staff during assigned shift. Also may include scheduling for banquets/functions, evaluating and disciplining employees. May be involved in hiring/termination procedures along with the Chef. May hold employee service meetings to explain menu items or specials.
• Purchasing food items, inventory control, computer usage, menu suggestions/planning under the direction of the Chef. Menu costing for nightly specials and/or events.

Requirements

• 5+ years Culinary Experience with supervision background of restaurant staff helpful.
• Food Handler’s Card.
• General computer knowledge
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Must have ability to execute and produce banquet events
• Ability to cost out menus and specials for sale on menus
• Knowledge of inventory and extensions of items for end of month

What we offer:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-term disability
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holiday
• Sick pay
• Other unique perks

About SaddleBrooke Two

Our luxurious, 55+ adult active lifestyle community is nestled in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, surrounded by beautiful panoramic views of the vistas and desert. Voted Best Retirement Community, Arizona Daily Star Reader’s Choice Winner, six years in a row; and rated one of the top 10 places to retire in Arizona by Ideal Living Magazine

Discover why our work-life is inspired by SaddleBrooke Two.

SaddleBrooke Two is an E-Verify employer and may conduct a background check on team members. In addition, SaddleBrooke Two may further conduct a financial background check for some positions, prior to finalizing any job offer.

SaddleBrooke Two is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability, or any other protected category.