COOK BANQUET

The Pueblo of Sandia•Albuquerque, NM

17d•$18 - $23

About The Position

Under general supervision, perform activities in support of all restaurant operations, food preparation, and presentation. Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contributes towards the ongoing success of the Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists in the development and preparation of menus, food set-up, service and cooking. Follows prescribed menu in setting up hot and cold food lines, chooses proper utensils and ensures appropriate temperatures for menu items. Serves a range of hot and cold food items from counters and steam tables; adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions, ensures that appropriate portions are served. Ensures that thermometers are on hand and food temperature requirements are maintained. Performs activities to provide cleanliness of the entire kitchen, including walk in refrigerator, freezer and dry storage. Maintain the highest standards of personal sanitation. Open and / or close as necessary or assigned. Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies, detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive foods, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions. Assist in training personnel. Know proper food and safe handling temperatures. Use safety wear and gloves when appropriate. Knows proper food rotation procedures. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned. Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia. Additional Responsibilities Builds a professional relationship with all team members and work associates, while supporting a strong collaborative work environment. Cooperates with other team members, reinforcing a culture of mutual respect, honesty, and Integrity. Key Performance Indicators This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) identified as a measurement of success. KPI’s will be shared with all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI’s as part of the performance review process. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to follow instructions, effective communication skills to collaborate with kitchen staff, and coordinate food preparation activities to ensure seamless kitchen operation. Ability to adapt to different cuisines, cook styles, and service requirements across multiple restaurant outlets, demonstrating versatility and flexibility in culinary skills and techniques. Knowledge of buffet hot and cold line, deli, and fine dining operating requirements. Ability to understand and follow safety procedures. Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work harmoniously, support team members during busy periods, and contribute positively for the overall success. Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and inventory control. Knowledge of minimum temperature requirements for food and drink preservation. Knowledge of Tribal, federal, state, and local sanitary regulations regarding the preparation, maintenance and storage of food and drink products.

Requirements

Ability to follow instructions, effective communication skills to collaborate with kitchen staff, and coordinate food preparation activities to ensure seamless kitchen operation.
Ability to adapt to different cuisines, cook styles, and service requirements across multiple restaurant outlets, demonstrating versatility and flexibility in culinary skills and techniques.
Knowledge of buffet hot and cold line, deli, and fine dining operating requirements.
Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work harmoniously, support team members during busy periods, and contribute positively for the overall success.
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and inventory control.
Knowledge of minimum temperature requirements for food and drink preservation.
Knowledge of Tribal, federal, state, and local sanitary regulations regarding the preparation, maintenance and storage of food and drink products.
One (1) years’ experience in restaurant or food service capacity.
Must successfully complete the New Mexico Food Handlers course upon hire.
Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background investigation.
Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
Note: Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy education and/or work experience.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and preparation of menus, food set-up, service and cooking.
Follows prescribed menu in setting up hot and cold food lines, chooses proper utensils and ensures appropriate temperatures for menu items.
Serves a range of hot and cold food items from counters and steam tables; adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions, ensures that appropriate portions are served.
Ensures that thermometers are on hand and food temperature requirements are maintained.
Performs activities to provide cleanliness of the entire kitchen, including walk in refrigerator, freezer and dry storage.
Maintain the highest standards of personal sanitation.
Open and / or close as necessary or assigned.
Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies, detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive foods, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.
Assist in training personnel.
Know proper food and safe handling temperatures.
Use safety wear and gloves when appropriate.
Knows proper food rotation procedures.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.
Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.
Builds a professional relationship with all team members and work associates, while supporting a strong collaborative work environment.
Cooperates with other team members, reinforcing a culture of mutual respect, honesty, and Integrity.