Prep Cook

Description

$1000 HIRING BONUS

Benefits of Working at Nisqually Red Wind Casino Include:

• FREE Medical/Dental/Vision (Spouse and dependent coverage is also available at low rates and reasonable deductibles)
• FREE Short-Term Disability, Life and Accident Insurance
• FREE Meal during shift
• FREE gaming license renewals
• FREE uniform dry cleaning services
• $1 per hour shift differential
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Floating holidays
• 401(K) Retirement Program (match up to 4%)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellbeing Reimbursements
• Team Member Assistance Program (The Team Member Assistance Program (EAP) provides our team members and their eligible dependents with confidential access to short-term, professional counseling and legal services at no additional cost.)
• Team Member Awards and Incentives (perfect attendance awards and yearly service awards)
• Flex spending and Dependent care spending
• Career advancement opportunities
• Periodic Team Member contests and giveaways
• Team Member dining and gift shop discounts

Our Mission: To enhance continued economic viability and quality of life for the Nisqually Indian Tribe, our Team Members, and the neighboring communities

Our Vision: Creating incredible experiences.

Our Core Values: Integrity, Communication, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork

JOB SUMMARY: Cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the daily prep list.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Complete opening and closing checklists
• Refer to daily prep list at start of each shift for assigned duties
• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
• Must possess proper knife skills to maintain a safe working environment
• The use of knives, hand tools, utensils, and equipment to portion, cut, slice, mash, puree, whip, beat, roll, stuff, maintain holding temperature, cook, or otherwise produce food in the vegetable station.
• Uses our standard recipes for preparation and portioning of all products; portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Understands and complies consistently with our portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• Prepare items for cooking by peeling, paring, coring, portioning, washing, sectioning, zesting, cutting, or scoring.
• Prepare garnishes for vegetable station items.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls, cooking equipment and refrigeration equipment.
• Monitors and maintains proper cooking and holding temperatures
• Ensures that closing checklists are complete at the end of day. Assists others in closing the kitchen
• Attends all scheduled team member meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required skills and knowledge:

• Food handler permit
• 6 months of exceeding expectations in current dishwasher or higher in-house position and/or 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Current knowledge of occupational safety issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Possess a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to follow instructions and follow food preparation sheets.
• Pass NRWC pre-employment testing.
• Ability to work peak business hours.
• Ability to obtain a Class II Gaming License.

Preferred skill and knowledge:

• 1 year previous line cooking skills in high volume kitchen
• Servsafe Certified
• Able to work under time constraints to produce food according to established standards.
• Excellent guest service skills.
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular and continuing basis.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and move from area to area in the kitchen.
• Ability to tolerate a smoke-filled environment.
• Required to be able to reach with hands and arms.

NATIVE AMERICAN HIRING PREFERENCE

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