F&B TDR Cook FT

Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino•Eagle Pass, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Head Cook, the Cook performs a variety of tasks and duties which include preparing, seasoning and cooking, while conforming to food safety standards. This role is responsible for providing high quality, fresh hot and cold food items in a timely manner using standardized recipes and methods of preparation. The Cook must prepare food items on a consistent basis with little to no variation in terms of appearance and taste, ensuring consistent use of approved recipes, practicing portion control and striving to control or minimize waste. The role involves controlling food production to include proper cooking methods, proper cooking times and temperatures and ensuring sanitation practices are followed closely. The Cook is also responsible for proper food storage and food preparation times, including labeling and dating all food items placed in refrigeration coolers and rotating items appropriately. Maintaining a sanitized and organized work station free of debris at all times during shift and cleaning workstations immediately following food preparation are key responsibilities. Understanding food costs and performing job responsibilities in a manner that minimizes waste and improves financial performance is also essential. The Cook must maintain meat, poultry, sea-food, frozen and perishable goods at required cooking, defrosting and holding temperatures and stay up to date with safe cooking and holding temperatures according to food safety standards. The role requires understanding and following common culinary terms and methods regarding broiling, braising, roasting, poaching, sauce preparation and meat carving, among other methods. Planning and organizing the work day and ensuring daily goals are met are also part of the role. The Cook will maintain responsibility for kitchen safety and sanitation, as well as care of kitchen equipment, and operate a broad range of kitchen equipment. Reporting any injuries immediately and practicing proper hand washing and sanitation guidelines are mandatory. The Cook may also prepare food for special events and caters for meetings when assigned, and must taste check and sample prepared food items to ensure quality. Demonstrating and promoting KLECH core values and MAD skills, managing and maintaining security of confidential information, and attending and satisfactorily completing all required training are also expected. Additionally, the Cook must monitor compliance with Federal currency transaction reporting requirements, Title 31 requirements and IRS Currency Transaction Reports and property established Anti-Money Laundering policies, maintaining accurate MTL, MIL, CTR and SAR as needed. The essential functions listed are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities pertinent to this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the Director. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with the General Manager, Directors, Managers and all staff.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
Ability to meet multiple deadlines and multi-task.
Ability to have strong critical thinking, analytical and guest service skills.
Must possess a positive attitude with strong organizational and leadership qualities.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
Ability to understand complex instructions and material.
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers of all levels.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to follow and comply with established Casino guest service programs.
Must be able to obtain and retain a KTTT Gaming Commission License, including successful completion of background check necessary to obtain and maintain license.
Responsible to keep all documents current and valid at all times.
Must be able to provide authorization to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have access to reliable transportation to commute to and from work.
Must comply with KLEC handbook, internal policy and procedures, and gaming regulations set within KLEC.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months experience as a cook preferred.
Professional training through culinary education, preferred.
Must be able and willing to follow established recipes.
Communication skills in English both written and oral, preferred.
Spanish or other language skills a plus.
Qualified Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Members and qualified Native American preference is observed.

Responsibilities

Prepare, season, and cook food items according to standardized recipes and food safety standards.
Ensure compliance with applicable Tribal, Federal, and other laws, gaming regulations, and Kickapoo Lucky Eagle policies and procedures.
Provide high-quality, fresh hot and cold food items in a timely manner.
Maintain consistency in food preparation regarding appearance and taste.
Practice portion control and minimize waste.
Ensure proper cooking methods, times, and temperatures are followed.
Adhere to sanitation practices and maintain a clean and organized work station.
Properly label, date, and rotate food items in storage.
Organize, maintain, and clean refrigerated and dry storage areas.
Understand food costs and contribute to financial performance by minimizing waste.
Maintain food items at required cooking, defrosting, and holding temperatures.
Understand and follow common culinary terms and methods.
Plan and organize the workday to meet daily goals.
Maintain kitchen safety and sanitation, and care for kitchen equipment.
Operate a variety of kitchen equipment.
Report injuries immediately and practice proper hand washing and sanitation guidelines.
Prepare food for special events and catering when assigned.
Taste check and sample prepared food items to ensure quality.
Demonstrate and promote KLECH core values and MAD skills.
Manage and maintain security of confidential information.
Attend and complete all required training.
Monitor compliance with Federal currency transaction reporting requirements, Title 31 requirements, IRS Currency Transaction Reports, and Anti-Money Laundering policies.
Maintain accurate MTL, MIL, CTR, and SAR as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.