Food Truck Cook

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team in Grand Canyon National Park!

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality.

We’re hiring Food Truck Cooks to Live. Work. Explore. this season!

Job Summary:
Perform food preparation, cooking, and assembly for Food Truck operations from April to October. Safely drive the food truck to designated sales locations when required. This position will be assigned to cook in another food outlet when the food truck is not operating.

The Details:
Position Type: Seasonal
Pay: $15.75 per hour
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days/per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why Grand Canyon South Rim?
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®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire at the Grand Canyon South Rim, and proud stewards of the park.

Life at the South Rim:

• Low-cost employee housing (dormitory-style) and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• 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 and Perks:

• Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi
• Paid Day off on your birthday with restaurant & retail discounts
• Discounted mule rides
• Summer Property Olympics
• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides
• Exclusive retail, lodging, and dining discounts at other Xanterra properties
• 15% Verizon service/products discount
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities:

• Efficiently complete food preparation in cafeteria kitchen, then stock on truck for final cooking and assembly.
• Maintain required records including food production, daily inventory, and meal counts.
• Respond to customer preferences and complaints in a courteous and helpful manner per guest service standards, providing service that meets or exceeds expectations.
• Follow proper sanitation procedures at all times.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained while food is being cooked.
• As needed, process payment transactions and prepare, serve, and/or expedite food.
• Maintain equipment including the refrigerator, stove, prep table, and cookware.
• Maintain assigned vehicles with regard to daily safety checklist, fuel, propane, and water.
• Assist with the cleaning of the truck and commercial kitchen.
• Provide training, coaching, and support to coworkers as needed.
• Drive food truck to and from sales locations and to restock when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Two years of food production experience.
• One year of food truck experience or knowledge of systems used on Food truck.
• Ability to provide superior guest service in alignment with company standards.
• Must obtain ServSafe Certification with 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment subject to variable weather conditions such as temperature and sun exposure.
• Possess or obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license within 90 days of hire and comply with company Driver Safety Program.

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.