The Franciscan Renewal Center (FRC) is a nonprofit Catholic retreat center and home to Our Lady of the Angels Church, located on 25 acres in Paradise Valley. Founded in 1951 by the Order of Friars Minor (OFM), with a mission of “renewing lives through spiritual growth, healing and transformation, and service to others.”
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Retreats, meeting and conference space for faithbased and nonprofit organizations
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Joyful worship at Our Lady of the Angels Church and additional support to our dynamic faith community with faith formation and spiritual education
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Service and outreach programs for the poor and vulnerable
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Counseling, therapy, and support groups
We have an opportunity for a Dishwasher/Cook to join our Kitchen team. If you have interested in becoming a cook and have the dedication to grow professionally in this role, then we would love to hear from you. Our kitchen team is passionate about building relationships and community through food and regularly receives compliments from our guests for their meals and service. If you have a service mindset, take pride in your work, and perform your responsibilities in a consistent and dependable manner, you’ll fit right in here.
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Carefully sort and handle all dishware and flatware to ensure none are lost or disposed of and to minimize breakage.
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Cleans and sanitizes all dishware, flatware and glassware using the proper method(s)
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Clean and sanitary dining room after each meal service
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Provide beverage, snack and food service to event socials
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Cleans and maintains kitchen and dish areas, floors, walls and drains
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Assists in the maintenance of kitchen storage areas, cleanliness and stocking.
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Empty all trash in the kitchen and dining rooms and clean and maintain trash cans.
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Assist kitchen staff as needed in peak times and to ensure smooth operation throughout shift.
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General food prep when needed and as directed including: wash, peel, chop, grind, mix, strain, slice fruits, vegetables and meat and other ingredients.
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High school diploma or equivalent desired
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Valid Maricopa County Food Handler Card, or the ability to obtain one by start date
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Ability to lift fifty pounds or more
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Ability to walk and/or stand for the duration of shift
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Must be able to work in kitchen environment with varying conditions including heat exposure, steam and moderate to high noise levels
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Ability to consistently practice appropriate safety and sanitation
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Ability to remain focused and organized, even in a busy environment with interruptions
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Be a continuous learner by being open to new ideas and instruction to elevate skills
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Ability to deliver excellent guest service on a consistent basis
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Foster positive relationships with coworkers and dedication to working as a team
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Fulltime position, must be punctual and dependable for scheduled shifts
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Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including days, evenings, weekends and some holidays. Schedules may vary on a weekly basis.
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We offer competitive pay and a full benefits package, including:
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Health, life, and disability insurance.
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Vision and basic dental covered 100% by employer.
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403b retirement plan with employer match.
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15 days PTO + 9 paid holidays + paid sick time.
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Free medical teledoctor visits.
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Paid retreat leave and professional development
Come be part of a kitchen team where your skills matter, your work is appreciated, and you can grow while serving a greater purpose!
Join our mission and be part of our story: In 1951, the Casa de Paz y Bien, founded by Franciscan Friars, as a Catholic retreat center in Paradise Valley, AZ. Now, as the Franciscan Renewal Center (still affectionately called the Casa), a Catholic non-profit, we offer opportunities in support of our mission for spiritual growth, healing, and transformation, and service to others. At the Franciscan Renewal Center, every role is more than a set of duties—it is hands-on, impactful, and valued, with many describing it as a true calling. Each day, our staff embody Franciscan values, working collaboratively and in a spirit of hospitality, serving as faithful stewards of our property and operations, and demonstrating unwavering dedication to our mission. Together, our shared commitment to the Franciscan values creates the welcoming environment that draws guests back program after program, year after year, and keeps our church community active, vibrant, and thriving.
