Production Cook

Cherokee Nation Businesses • Catoosa, OK

7d

About The Position

The Production Cook prepares and cooks meals for the Grill & Chill Employee Dining Room according to established recipes, portion standards, and production schedules. The role supports quality employee dining by maintaining food quality, minimizing waste, and ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen. The Production Cook collaborates with the culinary team to provide timely service and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming dining experience.

The position prepares breakfast, lunch, dinner, and grab-and-go menu items; follows standardized recipes and production sheets; monitors food freshness and cooking temperatures; replenishes serving lines; handles food according to food safety and HACCP guidelines; and assists with inventory and equipment operation. The work requires standing for extended periods, frequently lifting up to 50 pounds, and availability for flexible schedules that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The kitchen environment includes heat, noise, and occasional exposure to secondhand smoke in casino areas.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one year of cooking or food preparation experience in a commercial kitchen, cafeteria, restaurant, or institutional food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to prepare large-volume meals while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be available to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Comfortable working in kitchen environments with heat, noise, and occasional exposure to secondhand smoke in casino areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and grab-and-go menu items for the Employee Dining Room.
• Follow standardized recipes, production sheets, and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring, seasoning, and assembling food items.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and cooking temperatures throughout meal service.
• Replenish serving lines and food stations to ensure adequate product availability during service.
• Label, rotate, store, and handle food in accordance with food safety and HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, food preparation areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory and supplies.
• Minimize food waste through proper production planning and storage techniques.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report equipment issues to management.
• Work cooperatively with team members to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
• Follow company policies, health department regulations, and sanitation standards.
• Promote the Big Six values: Fun, Friendly, Quick, Comfortable, Clean, and Safe.

Benefits

• Health plans, 24/7 telemedicine access, and on-site health clinics at select locations.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, bereavement leave, and holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Employee referral rewards.
• Discounts and holiday appreciation gifts.

What This Job Offers

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