Cook Supervisor - Casino jobs in Mesa, AZ

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Production Lead of the We Ko Pa Casino Resort, the Cook I will be responsible for preparing food items, cooking, placing stock in appropriate locations, and maintaining the highest cleanliness standards. Must be able to work in all areas of need in the Food and Beverage Department as required by business demands. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Provides exceptional guest service to both external and internal guests by maintaining and exhibiting the Casino Resort We-Ko-Pa Way Service Standards: Smile and Greet, Name and Meet, Thank you, and Goodbye.

Accountable to all standards set forth in the We-Ko-Pa Way Casino Resort service guide.

Under the supervision of the Production Lead cooks and prepares foods according to menu and restaurant standards. 

Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.

Reads, understands, and follows standards and recipe specifications for the production of food items in all required outlets.

Responsible for maintaining all food quality standards with regard to food safety, and time/temp control.

Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitized area at all times.  Adheres to all state, HIS, and departmental standards and regulations of health and food safety.

Maintains positive communication with all co-workers, leads, and chefs.

Responsible for maintaining food storage areas such as pantries, freezers, and refrigerators with labeled and dated items.

Will administer a FIFO process of kitchen maintenance in all areas daily.

Responsible for the maintenance and sanitation of all kitchen surfaces, floors, workstations, trash, equipment, and prep areas to ensure the highest cleanliness standards at all times.

Will complete all required training as designated by the department and enterprise training.

Must have a valid food handler’s permit and be Serve Safe certified.

Performs other related duties as required.

Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds and push or pull 100.

Must be able to obtain and maintain State/Tribal License (including extensive background check).

Must pass a pre-employment drug test.

Must be 18 years of age.

WORK CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

Bend, reach, stand, and walk for 34-66% of the workday.

Eye/hand coordination for 34-66% of the workday.

Exposed to hot/cold temperatures for 34-66% of the workday.

Exposed to dust for 1-33% of the workday.

Sit for 1-33% of the workday.

Must be able to obtain and maintain State/Tribal License (including extensive background check).

While working on the casino floor, the employee is exposed to a high level of noise daily.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Minimum requirement of 1 year of experience as a prep cook, kitchen utility, or line cook. This candidate must be motivated and follow all IHS and food safety guidelines. 

INDIAN PREFERENCE:     

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.