Line Cook - Eight Restaurant

Muckleshoot Casino Resort • Auburn, WA

17h • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Line Cook is responsible for producing quality food products daily while maintaining high standards and a strong work ethic. This role involves preparing and cooking food according to recipes, regulating kitchen equipment, and ensuring proper presentation and freshness. The Line Cook also plays a role in maintaining kitchen hygiene, assisting Lead Line Cooks, and contributing to a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Class III B gaming license.
• Two (2) year certificate from an accredited culinary program or minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial kitchen required.
• Valid WA State Health Card/Food Handler permit required.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of all applicable food sanitation regulations.
• Knowledge of health & safety standards, and safety regulations as required.
• Ability to read and understand recipes, food abbreviations, weights, and preparation techniques.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to follow procedures and take directions.
• Ability to always maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Skilled at handling kitchen utensils including but not limited to knives.
• Skilled in basic math; demonstrate ability to understand, calculate and follow recipe measurements and proportions.
• Read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies MCR’s values and sets a great example by always demonstrating excellent guest service and professionalism.
• Practice, support and promote the mission, vision, and values of Muckleshoot Casino Resort.
• Produce product daily while maintaining quality standards and strong work ethic.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Ensure proper presentation to provide maximum appeal and freshness.
• Maintain production knowledge and attention to detail with taste and quality.
• Produce products in a cost effective and hygienic manner.
• Assist Lead Line Cooks in a support role.
• Constantly strive to improve operating procedures.
• Properly label and date all products to ensure rotation, safekeeping, and sanitation.
• Ensure food quality is superior and takes action to correct any irregularities.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and functioning.
• Work within the sanitation standards and in compliance of MIC, local, state, and federal regulations, and guidelines.
• Work with others to ensure the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Create, maintain, and facilitate a positive work environment; promotes positive team member relations and reports issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $23.2216/hr. with discretionary performance bonuses 2x a year
• Fully paid medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage for you and competitive premiums for your dependents.
• Complimentary meals and covered team member parking.
• Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account options for health care expenses.
• Company-paid gaming licenses (Class A & Class B)
• Variety of additional voluntary benefits and retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree