Snax and Stix - Cook I

Valley View Casino & Hotel•Valley Center, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook I will safely prepare food items while following menu specifications and standard recipes in a quick, timely, and accurate manner. Valley View Casino & Hotel is a great place to work, offering a fun and exciting environment with amazing benefits that focus on you, your family and helping you reach your lifetime goals. We are deeply rooted in the Valley Center community and reflect our proud heritage of enterprise and opportunity. Our team members are the foundation of who we are, and we offer opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

Six months of experience as a Cook in a high-volume restaurant environment.
Ability to identify pan types and knife types.
Demonstrated proficiency in using a slicer, mixer, robo coupe, tongs, chef’s knife, bread knife, paring knife, steel, high heat spatula, turner, and whisk.
Knowledge of sanitary practices.
Working knowledge of weights, measures, and various cooking techniques.
Possession of the basic tools to perform the job duties of a Cook.
Reading and math skills for recipes and measurement.
Ability to stand on a hard surface for the entire shift.
Ability to tolerate areas with extreme hot and cold temperatures.
Effective communication and organizational skills.
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must apply for, receive, and maintain a Gaming License from the Tribal Gaming Agency.
Must successfully pass a drug screening test.
Must be able to successfully pass applicable auditions or skill testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Formal culinary training.

Responsibilities

Uphold the Valley View Casino’s Standards of Excellence.
Maintain positive guest relations, resolve guest complaints, and ensure guest satisfaction.
Greet guests courteously and with personalized service.
Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu specifications.
Exhibit knowledge and understanding of various cooking techniques.
Exhibit preparation and knowledge of base sauces, stocks, and soups.
Actively participate with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up, and assemble food.
Operate kitchen equipment including slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and flat top.
Maintain a solid knowledge of all food products.
Perform all assigned side work, including replenishing and restocking workstations.
Rotate all products using the first-in, first-out philosophy, properly labeling and dating all products.
Check station before, during, and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
Abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines.
Observe all safety procedures.
Strive for perfect plate presentation.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Conduct all responsibilities in a professional and ethical manner.
Maintain a consistent and regular attendance record.