Cook - 1

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort • Hogansburg, NY

37d • $17

About The Position

The Cook - 1 is responsible for supporting the Food & Beverage department culinary team by preparing food before the cooking stage and preparing and cooking additionally menu items as directed. Duties include safe food preparation and maintaining a clean and organized work space under the direction of a Sous Chef or Lead Line Cook. To perform duties of this position successfully, a Cook 1 must meet expectations in the execution of the ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 3 to 6 months experience in a commercial restaurant kitchen is required . Restaurant experience to include food preparation, e.g., preparing and cutting vegetables, soup making, salad preparation, and making sauces and gravies.
• Must obtain and maintain a St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Gaming Work Permit which requires a criminal background check to be used solely for employment purposes.
• Successful candidates for employment must submit to and pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
• Serve Safe and Safety training is required as part of the training.

Responsibilities

• Maintains high standards of safety, cleanliness, sanitation, and organization
• Presents themselves in a professional manner
• Prepares menu items or recipes under the direction of a Sous Chef or Lead Line Cook
• Follows recipes accurately
• Ensures all food items are produced safely and with quality
• Follows food safety protocols including, sanitation, proper food holding temperatures, and storage of food
• Exhibits a friendly, helpful, and courteous demeanor and Casino guests and fellow associates
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED