Line Cook II - Chips 'N Ales - Riverwind Casino

Traditions Hospitality Group•Norman, OK

9d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

As a Line Cook II at Chips N Ales Riverwind Casino, you will prepare high-quality meals consistently and independently manage cooking stations. You will prepare menu items to established standards and work with the culinary team to support smooth kitchen operations and memorable guest experiences. The role calls for culinary expertise, attention to detail, food safety practices, and the ability to maintain quality and efficiency during high-volume service. The position is full-time in Norman, Oklahoma, with a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. The stated pay range is $17.00–$19.00 per hour. The job involves standing and walking for extended periods, frequent bending and other repetitive movements, handling kitchen tools and equipment, and lifting or transporting supplies weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Work takes place in a fast-paced kitchen with hot surfaces, steam, sharp objects, varying temperatures, and moderate to high noise levels.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable food handler, food safety, gaming, or property-specific certifications and licenses as required.
Must have a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Demonstrated proficiency in multiple cooking techniques and kitchen stations.
Working knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, food safety, portion control, and commercial kitchen equipment.
Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, production sheets, and written instructions.
Strong communication, organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Ability to manage responsibilities independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and maintain quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Sound judgment, professionalism, dependability, punctuality, and commitment to exceptional guest service.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, reach, stoop, twist, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.
Ability to safely handle kitchen utensils, cookware, knives, and commercial cooking equipment.
Ability to lift, move, and transport supplies and equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, with assistance or reasonable accommodation when appropriate.
Ability to work safely around hot surfaces, steam, sharp objects, and commercial kitchen equipment, and in varying temperatures, including hot kitchens, refrigerated storage areas, and freezers.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with moderate to high noise levels and changing operational demands.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Culinary education, training, or previous professional cooking experience in a restaurant, casino, hotel, resort, or high-volume food service environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to established recipes, portion standards, quality expectations, and presentation guidelines.
Set up, operate, and break down assigned cooking stations independently, demonstrating proficiency across multiple stations.
Coordinate food preparation and cooking times to provide accurate, timely, and consistent service.
Maintain food quality, freshness, proper temperatures, and portion control while minimizing waste.
Keep workstations clean, organized, stocked, and sanitary in accordance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
Label, date, rotate, store, and handle food products according to established food safety procedures.
Safely operate, clean, and maintain commercial kitchen equipment, and identify and report potential safety hazards.
Monitor inventory, assist with receiving and stocking supplies, and communicate shortages, equipment issues, and quality concerns to management.
Assist culinary leadership with opening, closing, shift transitions, and daily kitchen operations.
Support the training and development of less-experienced culinary team members on recipes, station procedures, and food safety standards.
Collaborate with culinary, service, and management teams while maintaining professionalism and composure during high-volume service.
Follow company policies, safety procedures, and hospitality standards to support a positive work environment and exceptional guest experience.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.