Casino Line Cook - Full Time

Mistequa Casino Hotel•Chewelah, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates. Must be willing to work with all regulatory agencies, i.e., Gaming Commission, State, and Federal. Must learn and ensure policies and procedures are being followed per the departments' Internal Controls. Must adhere to the Mistequa Casino Hotel Team Member Handbook. Must adhere to our SMILE service standards and Core Values by providing excellent guest service. Maintain a positive and productive attitude with guests as well as fellow team members. Must be able to receive and check in food, supplies and other deliveries with accuracy as necessary. Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, and a variety of other kitchen equipment. Follows all recipes and control procedures. Ensures the highest possible standards of food preparation and quality are maintained at all times. Performs as a team member with Cooks, Dishwashers, Supervisors, Servers, Utility, and pertinent company team members in producing a smooth and efficiently run operation on a scheduled shift. Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed. Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period. Maintains a clean and sanitary work area at all times in full accordance with State Health Regulations. Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Uses equipment and materials properly. May be required to work shifts and/or events at the Hotel. Stay up to date on current Casino promotions and events to inform guests. Assist in maintaining floor security by notifying Management and Security of suspicious activity. Facilitates the flow of information by attending regularly scheduled departmental meetings. Must be able to work shift work, holidays, weekends, and special events. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age.
Minimum one year previous cooking experience required.
Excellent guest service skills.
Ability to be a team player.
Ability to work independently and use good judgment.
Must be able to multi-task.
Must obtain a food handlers card within 30 days of employment and keep it current.
Must be able to work shift work, holidays, weekends, and special events.
Must pass a criminal background investigation.
Must be able to obtain a Spokane Tribal Gaming License.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of team members, guests, and outside contacts.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to move around all work areas effectively and efficiently.
Able to work periodically under conditions of extreme urgency (creating higher levels of job stress).

Responsibilities

Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other food products.
Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking.
Perform duties in food and final plate preparation, including plating and garnishing.
Prepare appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.
Work with regulatory agencies (Gaming Commission, State, Federal).
Ensure policies and procedures are followed per Internal Controls.
Adhere to the Mistequa Casino Hotel Team Member Handbook.
Adhere to SMILE service standards and Core Values.
Provide excellent guest service.
Maintain a positive and productive attitude with guests and team members.
Receive and check in food, supplies, and deliveries with accuracy.
Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items using kitchen equipment.
Follow all recipes and control procedures.
Maintain the highest possible standards of food preparation and quality.
Perform as a team member with other kitchen and service staff.
Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods.
Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with State Health Regulations.
Observe safety and security procedures.
Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines and report potentially unsafe conditions.
Use equipment and materials properly.
Work shifts and/or events at the Hotel as required.
Stay up to date on current Casino promotions and events.
Assist in maintaining floor security by notifying Management and Security of suspicious activity.
Attend regularly scheduled departmental meetings.
Work shift work, holidays, weekends, and special events.
Perform other duties as assigned.