FIRST COOK BANQUET

The Pueblo of Sandia•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lead and manage culinary operations for food venues under limited supervision, ensuring high quality food preparation, adherence to standards, display, storage, and exceptional guest experiences. The philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence, aiming to attract and retain a qualified workforce, provide opportunities for qualified team members, and contribute to the ongoing success of the Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future. This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) identified as a measurement of success, and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI’s as part of the performance review process. Additionally, the role involves building a professional relationship with all team members and work associates, supporting a strong collaborative work environment, and cooperating with other team members, reinforcing a culture of mutual respect, honesty, and Integrity.

Requirements

Knowledge of culinary techniques, food preparation methods, flavor profile, create high quality dishes for banquet events.
Skills in developing diverse and customizable banquet menus, dietary preferences, culinary trends.
Ability to lead and motivate a team, delegate tasks effectively, and foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
Strong organizational skills to coordinate banquet events, from menu planning to execution, ensuring seamless operation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills conveying information clearly and professionally.
Ability to supervise and direct the work of cooks and other kitchen staff as assigned.
Ability to exercise sound personnel management practices while illustrating firm dispositions in dealing with employee issues.
Flexibility to work in a fast pace, dynamic environment with changing priorities and diverse clientele, adapting to different event requirements and challenges.
Ability to write and prepare standard reports and documents.
Knowledge of buffet line operations.
Knowledge of minimum temperature requirements for food/drink preservation.
Knowledge of Tribal, Federal, State and local sanitary regulations regarding the preparation, maintenance, storage and sales of food/drink products.
High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
Two (2) years food preparation experience in a restaurant or food service capacity.
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
Must successfully complete the New Mexico Food Handlers course upon.
Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background investigation.
Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Casino purchasing requirements and regulations desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists the Sous Chef/Banquet Chef with the training of line cooks.
Assists with the preparation of weekly work schedules, and daily break schedules for the pantry staff.
Assists with the daily food production schedule (conforming to cover forecast), and work assignments.
Ensures kitchen recipes are followed for preparation and storeroom requisition preparation to maintain par levels.
Assures that all kitchen staff works in a sanitary, safe and productive manner.
Adheres to our standard recipes and plating instructions and prepares quality food, in a timely fashion conforming to the daily production schedule for appetizers, salads, soups, sauces, entrée items, vegetables.
Assures that all food going out on the service line is excellent regarding preparation, taste and presentation.
Oversee food preparation processes to maintain consistency, quality, and adherence to standards.
Assures that all kitchen employees co-operate with both other kitchen employees as well as restaurant service employees, to assure the best guest service possible.
Assures that all kitchen workstations and storage areas are always kept in clean and orderly condition.
Assigns daily cleaning tasks to kitchen staff.
Advises the Sous Chef/Banquet Chef of any necessary equipment repairs and follows up that repairs are done in a timely manner.
Ensures proper temperature requirements are maintained, and temperature logs are completed.
Ensures personnel maintain the highest standard of personnel personal sanitation.
Investigates and resolves customer guest complaints about food quality/service and informs the Sous Chef/Banquet Chef of guest complaints.
Responsible for the opening and closing of the kitchen as necessary.
Knowledge of proper safe handling temperatures of food products.
Ensures safety gloves and latex food preparation gloves are worn when appropriate.
Ensures the correct amount of food is prepared, does not overproduce to protect against waste.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.
Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.
Builds a professional relationship with all team members and work associates, while supporting a strong collaborative work environment.
Cooperate with other team members, reinforcing a culture of mutual respect, honesty, and Integrity.