Experienced Chef/Cook

Experienced Chef/Cook

Position Summary:

The Cook, under the direction of the F&B Manager, is responsible for performing all duties and responsibilities of a fast paced, highly intensified kitchen/restaurant in a professional manner. This position will require the ability to prioritize and prepare their work in order to prepare for events & daily specials. 

Full-time or Part-time

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Will recommend and assist with kitchen menu selections
  • Select and order food & supplies accordingly, with supervisor approval
  • Cook and prepare food for customers in the highest sanitation manner possible
  • Work as a team player to ensure consistency from shift to shift
  • Be responsible for the coordination of special refreshments in relation to various casino promotions
  • Train other cooks appropriately
  • Responsible for allowing only authorized staff in kitchen
  • Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards according to Indian Health Service/State Regulations
  • Wear hairnets and keep hair pulled back according to standards
  • Maintain appropriate kitchen logbook regarding items needed & items ordered
  • Will prep soups, salads, desserts, bagging items that need bagged and making hamburger patties – this includes all cooks and kitchen staff to work as a team
  • Responsible for using a cash register and related kitchen equipment to serve casino customers
  • Work in a professional manner with wholesale suppliers and distributors on behalf of the casino
  • Reports directly to Manager on Duty
  • Employee may not leave building while on duty
  • Be responsible for other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Knowledgeable of all kitchen related equipment & supplies
• Short order cooking and restaurant experience
• Minimum of two years’ experience in related casino employment or hospitality business preferred
• SERVSAFE Certification a plus

Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain Santee Sioux Nation Gaming License
• Must pass a drug-screening test and be physically and mentally able to work in a casino environment, with employees and the public
• Maintain strict confidentiality on casino business matters
• Work assigned schedules that may include nights, weekends and holidays
• In the event the Casino falls short of staff, you are required to a mandatory six-day work week
• Have understanding of Santee Dakota historical/contemporary history/culture that relates to Ohiya Casino & Resort mission, purpose and employment

Work Environment

• Performed work will take place in a loud and smoke related environment