Lead Cook - Vista Prime Steak & Seafood

Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel • Snoqualmie, WA

7h • $28 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Cook provides leadership and high-level supervision in the kitchen, setting an example for communication skills between all team members, including front-of-house staff. The role is responsible for providing guests with the best quality foods in a timely fashion and assisting the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, and Executive Sous Chef in maintaining high standards of food quality and kitchen sanitation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED; Recognized Equivalent of a High School Diploma (RED) or Foreign High School Diploma (FHD).
• Three (3) years of fine dining A’ La Carte cooking experience or comparable/current Cross-Over experience in the venue.
• Thorough working knowledge of butchering, mother sauces, and plate presentation.
• Proven working knowledge of kitchen design and the operation of grills, roast-and-hold ovens, conventional and convection ovens, fryers, etc.
• Must pass with a minimum score on the Lead Cook probationary exam.
• Fluency in English language

Nice To Haves

• Six (6) months of light to moderate baking.
• Two (2) years of culinary school.
• Snoqualmie Tribal Member/Native American preference in hiring, in compliance with the Snoqualmie Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO).
• Must obtain and maintain a Gaming License from the Snoqualmie Gaming Commission.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required for all positions. The use of marijuana will not disqualify an applicant for positions in any department other than Transportation (Valet, Driver I). DOT panel testing is required for the Driver position.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quality, quantity and timeliness of all food production
• Responsible for training of Prep Cooks and Line Cooks.
• Ensure the presentation, portioning, food compatibility, garnishes, substitution procedures are followed consistently.
• Demonstrate knowledge of menu items and standards by memory.
• Implement all F&B procedures for food storage, rotation, spoilage, sanitation and prevention of cross-contamination.
• Responsible for following recipes, times and temperatures in order to produce high quality and consistent products.
• Responsible for conforming to all Indian Health Services standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Starting salary range of $28.20/hr - $29.61/hr, depending on experience, with opportunities for annual performance-based increases.
• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus competitive family rates starting after 60 days, with additional benefits such as 401(k), employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Generous PTO: Accrue 21 days of PTO in your first year, growing to 33 days after five (5) years, with an option to cash out twice annually.
• Everyday Perks: Free meals, parking, paid breaks, 40c/gallon gas discount, and exciting giveaways like concert and sports tickets.
• Growth & Support: Access to tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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