Cook 1

Job Title: Cook 1 (Lead Cook)

Job Summary:
 We are looking for an experienced Cook 1 (Lead Cook) to join our team at Miccosukee Casino & Resort. As a valued team member, we are committed to delivering a memorable, impressive, caring, committed, and original experience for our guests, our team members, and the community. We uphold this commitment by providing a safe and enjoyable workplace where YOU are our number one priority — it is the MICCO way.

Miccosukee Casino & Resort is expanding, with completed projects including a new Smoking Room & Bar, a High Limit Slots area, and a VIP Lounge, all designed to enhance the guest experience. Future plans include a lazy river and water park, an over 2,000-capacity entertainment venue, and renovated hotel rooms to become a top South Florida destination.

We are proud to be recognized for both our workplace culture and guest experience. Miccosukee Casino & Resort has been awarded the 2023 Miami-Dade Favorites Gold Award for Best Casino, named Miami New Times’ Best of Miami Winner in 2024, and recognized as a USA Today Top Workplace in both 2024 and 2025.

We are seeking passionate, service-oriented individuals to join our exceptional team. If you’re ready to grow with us while enjoying competitive compensation, great benefits, and a fun work environment, we look forward to meeting you!

Qualifications:

• Must be able to communicate in English; Spanish is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tribal Gaming License
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Cook in a high-volume operation
• Culinary certification is strongly preferred
• Proven leadership ability in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong knowledge of food cost control, menu development, and kitchen operations
• Ability to maintain physical stamina and a professional attitude under pressure
• Must be able to frequently move about the property, including walking, standing, bending, and kneeling
• Must be able to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Must be able to work indoors and be exposed to environmental contaminants, including smoke
• Ability to lift or carry a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Must maintain a positive and professional demeanor with guests and team members
• Ability to handle stressful situations with tact and professionalism
• Must follow proper hygiene, cleanliness, and safe food handling practices

Core Competencies:

• Lead and run full kitchen service or assigned section
• Production planning and execution
• Team training, coaching, and evaluation
• Food cost control and waste reduction
• Cross-outlet flexibility and operational support

Technical Skills:

• Advanced culinary techniques including gels, spherification, and emulsions
• Run the pass and ensure consistency and quality of every dish
• Adapt high-volume recipes to meet last-minute operational changes
• Execute multi-event production simultaneously
• Establish production pars and ordering guides
• Cross-utilize ingredients to minimize waste
• Full knowledge of allergens and dietary accommodations
• Oversee buffet presentation and maintain high standards

Leadership & Operations:

• Oversee all stations from preparation through service
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and evaluate team members daily
• Conduct pre-shift briefings to align team on service expectations
• Liaise with culinary in all outlets, and management teams
• Implement and enforce HACCP and food safety systems
• Ensure brand consistency across all shifts and service periods

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

 The Casino & Resort operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Scheduling flexibility is required, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on business demands.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member will be regularly required to walk, stand, and sit. The role may require climbing, balancing, and frequent use of hands and arms to lift and carry items. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision.

The work environment includes temperature fluctuations, moderate to high noise levels, and exposure to a smoking environment.