IronOaks at Sun Lakes, comprised of two interconnected neighborhoods - Ironwood and Oakwood - is among the most desirable retirement destinations in the Valley due to its combination of mature landscape, diverse amenities, and in-town location. The community features two fabulous clubhouses, 45 holes of golf, fitness, tennis & pickleball, softball, pools, trails, and much more.

Located in the towns of Chandler & Sun Lakes, Arizona, this full-time position offers a pay range of $16.00 - $18.00 per hour.

The Cook 1 is a member of the Food & Beverage Team responsible for food preparation, cooking, and serving. This position reports to the Kitchen Manager or Executive Chef.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work and master one kitchen station; accept responsibility for personal decisions and actions.
• Ensure superior standards of service meet the requirements of guests and employees.
• Proactively exceed guest satisfaction and resolve challenges.
• Follow a cleaning schedule to ensure a clean and sanitary environment.
• Familiar with food preparation, cooking, and serving techniques; able to read cooking instructions.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and shredding vegetables and fruits.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam foods, adjusting controls as necessary.
• Taste and observe foods being cooked by scent and appearance.
• Portion food on serving plates and garnish servings to fill orders.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly customer-oriented and responsive with a high need for closure.
• Able to work under pressure and balance multiple priorities.
• Strong team-building skills, including the ability to lead and motivate.
• Must be a role model and live the BlueStar core values: Honesty, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Teamwork, and Competitive Spirit.

Work Environment:

This position typically operates in an indoor kitchen environment but may also work at outdoor events. Employees are frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise, and may need to navigate various terrains while carrying items.

Physical Demands:

Employees are regularly required to speak, hear, taste, smell, sit, stand, and walk for the duration of a work shift. Frequent hand washing is required, and the employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

BLUESTAR RESORT & GOLF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance Plans after 60 days of full-time employment.
• Accrual of Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 120 hours per year.
• 7 Paid Holidays Annually.
• Paid Sick Leave for Part-Time team members.
• Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) plan after 30 days of service.

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of one year cooking experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Current Food Handlers card.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Strong customer service orientation and team-building skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and balance multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated and proactive team player.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.