Prep Cook, Yavapai Hotel

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a full-time Prep Cook to join our team at Yavapai Hotel in Grand Canyon, Arizona. You will never get bored coordinating multiple orders on demand in this fast-paced environment. If you are ready to showcase your precision and attention to detail in a supportive and collaborative environment, apply now.

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Every day can be an adventure when you live and work at Grand Canyon National Park. Join our global team helping guests enjoy this natural wonder. Whether you want to work for a season or make the Grand Canyon your home, we have opportunities for anyone wanting to live and work in a National Park!

• Variety of low cost housing available for $27.50 - $40/ week including wi-fi, satellite TV, and all utilities
• Free laundry facilities
• Healthy work-life balance
• Community recreation center with gym and monthly outings
• Tons of activities with the South Rim of the Canyon only minutes away including camping, hiking, river rafting, star-gazing, and museums

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• 401k with company match*
• Paid vacation days and holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave*
• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
• Weekly pay
• 50% off food in our restaurant, tavern, coffee shop, and deli
• 20% off retail and grocery items
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for full-time, year-round team members

• Performs opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines.
• Properly measures, portions, and prepares all food items per standards.
• Maintains food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
• Follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations.
• Communicates with chef for any special instructions or training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Prior food preparation experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and basic math skills to portion and measure ingredients. 
• Ability to use knives and kitchen tools safely and efficiently. 
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively to work independently and in a team.

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach for entire length of shift.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to grasp objects, chop, mix, blend, whip etc. a variety of foods and liquids.
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders while working in a hot and damp kitchen environment. 
• Exposure to kitchen dangers such as cuts, scrapes, burns, scalds, slips and falls.
• Use of and exposure to chemicals required to clean and sanitize areas, surfaces and equipment. 

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Evenings as needed
Every weekend
Overtime as needed

Delaware North's operations in Grand Canyon National Park offer the opportunity to experience living and working in one of the natural wonders of the world. We provide a variety of employee housing options including shared trailers, apartments, dorm rooms, and houses, with amenities including a community center, free internet, workout, and recreational equipment. We also offer team member food and retail discounts.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100 years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.