Grill Cook - The Grand Hotel

US-AZ-Tusayan

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Req #: 37407
Type: Full-Time Year-Round
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				Overview:

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team at The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon!

Are you enthusiastic about caring for the comfort of guests while creating memories that last a lifetime? The Grand Hotel at The Grand Canyon - the only 3-diamond hotel in Tusayan, Arizona - has 121 standard and deluxe rooms, a retail store and the Canyon Star Steakhouse and Saloon. No matter what your job is, you play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests!

We're hiring a Grill Cook to Live. Work. Explore. just one mile from the entrance to the iconic south rim of Grand Canyon National Park!

Job Summary:
The Grill Cook position includes operating the grill, oven and fryer stations. The ability to follow establishment recipes and adhere to the restaurant menu. Must follow food health and safety procedures at all times.

The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Start Date: 9/10/2025
Pay: $17.30 per hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why The Grand Hotel at the Grand Canyon?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection(r), we are the only 3-diamond hotel in the region and one of the few area hotels with an indoor heated swimming pool and hot tub.

Life at The Grand Hotel:

* Low-cost employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
* Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, Wi-Fi, and satellite TV
* A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
* Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits:

* Medical, Dental, Vision
* Paid Time Off and Holidays
* Disability Insurance
* 401k with match
* Life and AD&D Insurance
* Employee Assistance Program
* Wellness Programs
* Learning and Development Programs

Perks:

* Free Grand Canyon National Park pass
* Free Grand Canyon Railway Train rides
* Access to hotel fitness center and pool at the hotel
* Located just a mile from the south entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park
* Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts 
* Planned employee trips and activities
* $350 Referral Bonus Program
* The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities:

* Fully understand and support Xanterra Mission Statement and Core Values.
* Focus on always providing exceptional quality of service to guests while maximizing profitability, both in how work is conducted and quality of work. 
* Prepare plated, batch and banquet menu items in accordance to established recipes and standards.
* Prepare menu items maintaining proper portion control for all items, presentation and cooked to proper temperature.
* Follow prep guidelines to limit over production.
* Prep menu/banquet items to specs outlined by Kitchen Manager.
* Set up and break down workstations and production areas according to assigned shift duties.
* Maintain County HACCP food sanitation standards throughout all areas and steps of food production.
* Work any station in the prep area or in the kitchen as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or Supervisor
* Communicate with Kitchen Manager or Supervisor on production problems, "86'd" items or items dragging.
* Practice safety in knife handling, equipment operation, lifting, working with open flame and all other areas of food production.
* Use proper product rotation of perishable items practicing first in first out method of use.
* Maintain professional communication with front of the house staff and co-workers.
* Adhere to all prescribed Company, statutory/regulatory policies and procedures such as accounting procedures.
* Provide support to other departments as assigned.

Qualifications:

* Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
* Strong experience working with various stations in the kitchen (broiler, flat top, and steamer).
* Knowledge of food sanitation regulations with ability to apply these regulations while on the job.

* Experience handling food orders timely, skillfully and confidently. 
* Intermediate knife skills.
* Flexible approach, based on business demand, and able to work varying working hours.

Physical Requirements include:

Constantly: Stand, walk, reach outward, bend, lift/carry up to 20 lbs., and push/pull up to 25 lbs.

Frequently: Reach above shoulder, squat/kneel, lift/carry up to 50 lbs., and push/pull up to 40 lbs.

Occasionally: Sit, lift/carry up to 100 lbs., and push/pull up to 100 lbs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
			
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