Cook II (Starting at $22/hr)

Ponca Gaming•Omaha, NE

2h•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook II works on the culinary line to prepare meals according to guest requests, established standards, and recipes. This role uses kitchen equipment safely, follows food portioning and temperature requirements, and maintains proper food storage, cleanliness, and sanitation. The Cook II monitors inventory and product freshness, helps control food costs, and ensures dishes are polished and presentable. The position supports culinary staff in meeting service standards and may help ensure smooth kitchen operations when the Head Chef or Sous Chef is absent. Work is performed onsite in a fast-paced, typically loud kitchen environment, and the schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays. The role also requires maintaining a Gaming License and obtaining and maintaining the appropriate food safety training certificate. Prairie Flower Casino notes that the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska exercises Indian preference in hiring to Ponca Tribal members and members of federally recognized tribes.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in a busy, high-volume, quality kitchen operation.
Ability to sauté, broil, and braise, with basic roasting skills; skill in preparing soups and sauces.
Knowledge of kitchen equipment, ingredients, procedures, food safety, and sanitation.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support positive experiences for internal and external guests.
Ability to work calmly and effectively under deadlines in a fast-paced environment; attention to detail.
Ability to add, subtract, calculate fractions, and multiply when producing recipes and requesting supplies.
Ability to read recipes, follow instructions, and interpret as needed to create quality products with little to no waste.
Ability to maintain the appropriate Gaming License.
Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate food safety training certificate.
Ability to stand and walk throughout a daily shift; lift and carry up to 50 pounds; and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
Manual dexterity to grasp, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to hold and maneuver boxes and other supplies; ability to reach with hands and arms and maintain balance.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or another related educational degree preferred.
ACF (American Culinary Federation) Certificate is helpful.

Responsibilities

Prepare orders to established standards and recipes; measure ingredients and follow portion requirements.
Use kitchen equipment appropriately and safely, including knives, grills, ovens, flattops, fryers, and warmers.
Meet food temperature requirements and maintain proper storage; monitor holding and storage temperatures.
Help ensure product quality and acceptable cost of goods; monitor inventory and keep supplies fresh and well stocked.
Ensure dishes are polished and presentable to guests.
Help culinary staff meet daily service standards, procedures, sanitation requirements, and guest-service expectations.
Perform opening, closing, and side-work assignments.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism, including a clean and professional appearance according to company standards.
Set up and maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with food-safety and sanitation requirements.
Support smooth kitchen operations when the Head Chef or Sous Chef is absent.
Maintain consistent, regular attendance and work the required schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Work onsite to perform assigned tasks.
Meet safety standards and promptly resolve potential safety hazards.
Model and champion Prairie Flower Casino’s Mission and Values.