WORKPLACE COOK & MEAL PLANNER
Part time (~25 hours/week), must live in Phoenix area
The Self-Arising Nature Center is a destination for flower essence experiences and education, supporting LOTUSWEI’s mission — to reach 3% of the world’s population with mood-boosting flower elixirs, and scale the art of transformation. You’ll play a vital role in nourishing our team from the inside out — literally — by preparing intentional meals that support our physical and emotional wellbeing.
This role is ideal for someone who loves creating beauty and balance through food — someone with home cooking experience and an intuitive knack for meal planning. If you’re organized, responsive, creative with dietary needs, and find joy in nourishing others, you may be the one we’re looking for.
This is a part-time, in-person position with the opportunity to be involved in a creative side project: helping us develop a SAN Center Recipe Book.
References and a clean drug test required. Part time, in-person.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meal Planning & Coordination
- Design weekly Lunch menus that reflect variety, balance, and thoughtful consideration of dietary needs (e.g., gluten-free, dairy-free, potato-free, etc.)
- Collaborate with the team to align meals with preferences, sensitivities, and seasonal inspiration
- Highlight East Asian-inspired dishes and flavors (Thai, Malaysian, Korean, etc.) and incorporate nourishing staples like soups, rice cooker dishes, organ meats (e.g., chicken liver pâté), bitter gourd, and claypot-style meals
- Source and procure fresh ingredients, keeping quality and simplicity in mind
Meal Preparation & Kitchen Stewardship
- Prepare daily lunches, snacks, and warm beverages for a team of up to 10 staff (occasional dinners as needed)
- Portion, store, and prep ingredients efficiently
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including dishwashing, waste management, and surface sanitation
Admin & Engagement
- Track inventory and manage grocery runs
- Document recipes, dietary notes, and kitchen systems
- Create monthly feedback reports and recipe documentation
- Engage with team members to understand preferences and adjust offerings
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience cooking for groups or families (restaurant experience not required)
- Familiarity with Eastern flavors and traditional cooking techniques is a plus
- Appreciation or awareness of Weston A. Price food philosophy is a bonus
- Confident with food safety and sanitation practices
- Skillful with dietary adjustments and creative substitutions
- Open to learning new recipes and techniques
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Able to work independently, confidentially, and joyfully in a shared environment
JOB LOCATION:
810 W Bethany Home Road
Phoenix, AZ, USA
Can this role be performed as a "remote work from home" job with no on-site work required? No.
SAN CENTER OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Full time, must live in Phoenix area
The Self-Arising Nature Center is a destination for flower essence experiences and education, nationally supporting LOTUSWEI's goal — to reach 3% of the world's population with mood-boosting flower elixirs, and scale the art of transformation. You will be an integral part of this growth — and gain an opportunity to transform the world from the inside out — through a combination of your personal motivation, paired with your unique talents of creating clarity, organization & driving success through exquisite attention to detail and sophisticated executive assistance.
The role requires someone who is efficient and detail-oriented, yet can do it in a relaxed, independent and good-humored way. If you thrive on being supportive, are a team player, love finding a way to say “yes” and value contributing to a greater vision, see how you stand on the skills & responsibilities below and let’s talk.
References and a clean drug test required. Full time, in-person.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Light invoicing & bookkeeping
- Reply to email, telephone & face-to-face inquiries from vendors/purchasing, customers & partners
- Update event calendars
- Light web editing
- Customer service phone calls & helping clients schedule appointments
- Coordinate with production & controller re: quarterly production numbers
- Compile monthly sales & inventory reports
- Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
- Maintain up-to-date client records
- Greet and assist onsite wellness center guests
- Assist in education of flower essences
- Support all Wei Of Chocolate operations
- Manage the in-house store inventory
- Assist in tracking warehouse inventory
- Coordinate and document organization procedures
- Perform other office tasks
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Desire to grow and overcome all obstacles
- Proven track record of admin, executive assistant and/or office management experience (2 years minimum)
- Ability to prioritize
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent customer service
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with flower essences
JOB LOCATION:810 W Bethany Home Road Phoenix, AZ, USA
Can this role be performed as a "remote work from home" job with no on-site work required? No.
Click the button below to apply; it will take you to a Lotuswei Application form. We look forward to hearing from you!