Culinary Cook

FORT HALL CASINO • Fort Hall, ID

7d • $17 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Sous Chef, contributes to the efficient daily operation of Food & Beverage activities by following set recipes and menu specifications with attention to safe food handling procedures, and in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the Shoshone-Bannock Casino Hotel. Maintains professionalism in all interactions with internal and external customers. This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Requirements

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal, and gaming laws, regulations, requirements, and principles.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations and food preparation principles.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping and inventory management.
• Knowledge of customer service standards.
• Skill in operating commercial cooking equipment and appliances.
• Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skill in addressing customer problems.
• Skill in providing exceptional customer service.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of various social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of guests.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to varying situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Ability to uphold strong ethics and integrity.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background screening / investigation.
• Pre-employment drug screen.
• Personal reference check and employment verification.
• Federal, state, and/or tribal criminal history and sanction checks including fingerprint verification.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of experience in food service or restaurant cooking preferred.
• A combination of relevant education and related work experience may be considered.
• Tribal and Native American preference shall apply to all positions.

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality, freshness, and presentation of completed dishes.
• Garnishes and arranges final dishes.
• Sets up workstation according to restaurant guidelines; executes opening and closing procedures.
• Prepares palatable meals according to specified menus and schedules.
• Grills, poaches, braises, bakes, broils, sautés, and steams foods.
• Operates food preparation equipment, including slicers, mincers, mixers, can openers, fryers, grills, and ovens, in accordance with established procedures.
• Follows recipes and portion controls.
• Monitors station inventory levels.
• Accommodates guests’ special requests.
• Manages storage of food and temperature controls in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains inventory, organization, and cleanliness of food, kitchen equipment, utensils, and linen supplies.
• Ensures kitchen staff’s assigned duties are completed.
• Maintains complete and accurate kitchen and food records and inventories.
• Reports any equipment malfunction.
• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Food Handler’s and ServSafe certifications must be obtained and maintained.
• Must be able to submit supporting documentation of education and training to support qualifications.
• Must obtain and maintain a driver's license and qualify for insurance coverage on company vehicles.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED