Position: Cook I, Business Operations – Full Time/Non-Exempt
Department: Nutrition Services
Reports to: Manager, Culinary Operations
Location: Arizona Cardinals (Tempe, AZ)
Format: In-person
Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
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:
As a member of the Arizona Cardinals Nutrition Services Department, the Cook I, Business Operations is responsible for assisting with the preparation of business and football operations meals during all phases of the year.
Primary Job Duties:
The Cook I, Business Operations, will have the daily responsibilities, without limitation, to include the following:
> Prepare and delivers Grab and Go (GNG) items to the Business Operations location including but not limited to:
Wraps, salads, shelf stable snacks, soups, and fruit
> Daily preparation of spa water and iced tea
> Prepare raw ingredients for line use, produce dressings and marinades, assemble salads, and GNG portioned items for both
> Business Operations and Football Operations
> Complete food preparation in a timely manner for chef evaluation ensuring adherence to provided menus and meal times
> Maintain clean and organized prep and cook stations to ensure food safety and efficiency
> Assist Front of House (FOH) operations as needed, including food service and customer interaction
> Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing deliveries, ensuring proper inventory management
> Follow food safety procedures for serving, rotating, and storing food in coolers, freezers, and dry storage, using a FIFO (First In, First Out) approach, which includes labeling, dating, rotating, and screening products to meet both food safety and organizational standards
> Support chefs in presenting and executing new recipes, staying updated on food trends
> Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
> Education: High school diploma or GED (or equivalent work experience) and formal culinary training in all areas of meal preparation, including scratch cooking
> Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a pantry/cold line cook preferred
> Previous restaurant and food service operations experience.
> Proficient knife skills, and working with food processors, blenders, and mixers.
> Strong understanding of flavor profiles, seasoning, and recipe execution.
> Knowledge of weights, measurements, volume, and cooking procedures.
> Must be able to stand and/or exert well-paced mobility for extended periods of time.
> Ability to lift food deliveries and equipment up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and assist with setting up Training Camp kitchen.
> Familiar with commercial kitchen equipment.
> Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet high standards.
> Demonstrates professionalism, proper hygiene, and uniform standards.
> Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and prioritize tasks.
> Available for weekend events, off-site, and out-of-state travel
> Excellent communication skills with chefs, nutrition services, and colleagues across the organization.
> Outgoing, goal-oriented, and demonstrates a growth mindset.
> Up to date with required certifications, including a food handler's card.
> Maintains confidentiality and professionalism when interacting with athletes.
> 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.