Position: Cook II, Football Operations – Full Time/Non-Exempt

Department: Nutrition Services

Reports to: Executive Team Chef

Location:  Arizona Cardinals (Tempe, AZ)

Format: In-person 

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Cardinals Organizational Summary:   

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is a professional football team within the National Football League (NFL). We compete in the National Football Conference (NFC) West division and call State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, our home.

As one of the oldest pro football franchises in the U.S., the Club has established itself as a sport and cultural hallmark within Arizona, as well as a trailblazer for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives and firsts around the League.  Our vision is to build a leading sports organization that competes for championships, drives business results, creates loyal fans, develops proud employees, and inspires hope in our community. We are relentless in our pursuit of greatness on and off the field, while positively impacting our people, our fans, and our community.

If you want to join an organization that values putting the team first, doing what is right, growing with positivity, valuing every voice, while driving performance, we would love for you to join our team. Learn more about the Arizona Cardinals and see what’s happening  . 

 

Summary:

As a member of the Arizona Cardinals Nutrition Services Department, the Cook II is responsible to assist the Cook III and Executive Chef with the preparation of team and corporate meals during all phases of the year, as well as provide assistance, guidance, and instruction to Cook I.

 

Primary Job Duties:

The Cook II, Football Operations, will have the daily responsibilities, without limitation, to include the following:

• Works cooperatively to execute the high standards of Arizona Cardinals meal services
• Prepares ingredients for recipes, and follow recipes accurately and independently demonstrating proper techniques throughout 
• Proficient in the use of ovens, stoves, grills, kettles, microwaves, and fryers, as well as necessary prep tools (blender, food processor, mandolin, mixer, etc.)
• Provides line support during service, successfully communicating with FOH staff to ensure product is constantly available during meals
• Ability to perform line duties for any meal service
• Able to develop and produce daily specialty items
• Efficiently operates and maintains clean and orderly prep/cook station
• Follow procedures for serving food, as well as rotating and storing food within coolers, freezers, dry storage, etc. utilizing a FIFO-approach (including labeling, dating, rotating, and screening products to meet food safety and organizational standards.)
• Adhere to guidelines for discarding or returning products that do not meet organizational standards
• Assist all chefs in presenting and executing new recipes following food trends that adhere to dietary and nutrition needs of the team
• Report low stock items to Culinary Operations Manager
• Participate with the executing training camp meal operations at off-site locations
• Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or GED Culinary background required, including formal culinary training; equivalent work experience may be substituted as appropriate
• Experience: Experienced in all areas of meal preparation, including from scratch cooking; previous restaurant experience and food service operations knowledge
• Knowledgeable in functionality of UKG
• Maintains work uniform and personal hygiene to department standards
• Vast understanding of flavor profiles and seasoning with the ability to read and execute recipes independently
• Knowledge of weights, measurements, volume and cooking procedures
• Familiar with proper use of commercial kitchen equipment
• Required to work team events on weekends, off-site and out of state when necessary
• Understands the importance of teamwork and adherence to department guidelines
• Ability to respectfully communicate questions, suggestions or ideas to the chefs
• Outgoing, goal oriented and high energy; demonstrate a growth mindset and learning attitude
• Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment and to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment
• Must be current with all required certifications including a food handlers card
• Respectfully handles confidential information and maintains a professional attitude around professional athletes in their work environment.
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for long periods, lift food deliveries and equipment up to 50 lbs., work with knives, and assist in setting up the training camp kitchen
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; hours may vary depending on business needs
• Must complete all pre-employment forms and successfully pass a background check.

 

Cardinals Benefits/Perks Summary:

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club has developed a comprehensive benefits package that provides economic and inclusive benefits to full-time employees. The Cardinals benefits offer care, protection, and support for employees and their loved ones. The Cardinals organization encourages an environment that is conducive to living a healthy, productive, and flexible lifestyle.

Benefits and Perks include, but are not limited to:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options; effective the first day of hire
• 401 (k) retirement option with employer match contribution
• Paid Time Off Accruals (including sick time accruals)
• Paid Time Off for most Federal holidays
• Time off for Maternity, Paternity, Military, and Bereavement
• MDLIVE: 24/7 medical support
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Care Saving Account options
• Discounts on Cardinals gear & paraphernalia
• Tuition reimbursement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Daily free lunch
• Complimentary season tickets
• Subsidized gym memberships

 

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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