Cook - Lincoln

Ho-Chunk, Inc. • Lincoln, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cook I prepares and presents food items according to established recipes, quality standards, guest requests, and safety guidelines. The role supports both line and prep kitchen operations, including preparing breakfast items, entrées, and desserts, while delivering fast, friendly, and professional service to guests and team members. The Cook helps maintain a clean, efficient, and compliant kitchen environment.

This position is with WarHorse Gaming Lincoln, LLC, a division of Ho-Chunk, Inc., in Lincoln, Nebraska. The posting lists part-time and full-time opportunities. Schedules vary according to property needs and may include nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours.

The work environment may involve heat, loud noise, cramped kitchen spaces, frequent physical activity, and exposure to industry-standard cleaning and sanitizing chemicals. Applicants must be able to secure and maintain a Nebraska Gaming License. New hires must pass a pre-employment drug screening and may be subject to random drug testing.

Requirements

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• One year of experience in a high-volume food service operation.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and sanitation practices.
• Knowledge of weights, measures, and recipe yields.
• Ability to taste and smell food items for quality assurance.
• Possession of required culinary tools, such as knives.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and accept direction.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to tolerate industry-standard cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.
• Ability to secure and maintain a Nebraska Gaming License.

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to standardized recipes, production specifications, and guest requests.
• Support line and prep cooking, including preparing breakfast items, entrées, and desserts.
• Use proper cooking techniques and follow food handling, storage, and rotation procedures.
• Keep workstations, equipment, counters, floors, and sinks clean and sanitary.
• Slice, dice, chop, and prepare raw food products.
• Portion food, carve meats, apply sauces, garnish plates, and meet presentation standards.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and utensils according to safety guidelines.
• Monitor par levels and obtain replacement supplies from inventory as needed.
• Identify and address observed health code or safety concerns.
• Provide courteous, responsive service to guests and team members.
• Promote awareness of current casino events and assist guests with directions as needed.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal Employees Medical Coverage.
• Full insurance coverage offerings.
• 401(k) with Day 1 vesting and company match.
• Quarterly incentive program.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick days.
• Discounted meal program.
• Career stability and opportunities across diverse industries.
• Collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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