Position: Prep Cook – Full Time/Non-Exempt

Department: Nutrition Services

Reports to: Executive Team Chef

Location: Arizona Cardinals (Tempe, AZ)

Format: In-person

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 here. 

Summary:  

We are seeking a Prep Cook, with the aim of building and enhancing our Nutrition Services team.  The Prep Cook is primarily responsible for preparing and cooking all items for meal services, in addition to other kitchen duties, such as cleaning, restocking, and receiving orders. 

Primary Job Duties:

The Prep Cook will have daily responsibilities including, without limitation, to the following:  

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals for Football and Business Operations.
• Manage daily prep list and tasks in an efficient manner.
• Ensure a positive and seamless workday and meal service.
• Assist with various projects including attending 4-week Cardinals Training Camp (located in Litchfield Park, AZ).
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements: 

• Education: Culinary school certification, or equivalent experience
• Experience: One (1) year kitchen experience required, preference for three years experience
• Willingness to learn and to engage with all levels of the Nutrition Services team
• Maintains the highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity to all team related matters and information.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also being able to be collaborative and team-oriented.
• Experience supporting a healthy culture within an organization where employees feel valued, engaged, and united toward the common goals of championship-level performance.
• Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities that require strong time management, decision-making capabilities and flexibility.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Can communicate effectively with all individuals across the organization.
• Accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to eight (8) hours in length
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• 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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