Lead Cook

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is under the direct supervision of the Food and Beverage Manager (Chef) and is located at The Stables Casino. The Lead Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and arranging food in accordance with kitchen guidelines. This individual will not only understand and utilize proper food safety protocol but will also exercise caution when utilizing kitchen utensils and equipment. A Lead Cook will maintain an efficient food operation by preparing hot and cold food items in accordance with production requirements, recipes and established safety policies and procedures. Lead Cooks will be held to the highest standard in food preparation, service, and innovation of new ideas. 

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the Chef and other kitchen staff with overseeing and maintaining all food storage, preparation, and production
• Executing same-ticket order coordination to ensure items finish at the same time
• Ensuring that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment
• Assisting in preparing meal ingredients, which includes washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing fruits and vegetables
• Meat cutting to proportioned weight
• Preparing soups, salads, and sauces as instructed
• Plating and garnishing meal items in accordance with the standard of The Stables Casino
• Performing opening, closing and side duties as required
• Supervising the work of cooks to ensure that all given tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Ensures complete guest satisfaction
• Assist in weekly preparation of "specials"
• Ensure all cooking stations and surfaces in the kitchen are cleaned and disinfected before and after each shift
• Adhere to and ensure food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures of all kitchen staff are being followed
• Adhering to standard food rotation practices to reduce food wastage and minimize the risk of contamination
• Safe utilization of utensils including knives
• Assessing the quality of delivered food supplies to ensure that it meets restaurant standards
• Ability to work off lunch or dinner menu
• Know all positions on line (salad, sandwich, saute, grill, fry, smoker)
• Assist in finding coverage for call outs and fill in as needed
• Ability to work smoker and produce quality smoked meats, etc.
• Knowledge of catering events, prep, prepare, execute
• Keep a cohesive smooth and respectful atmosphere between kitchen staff and wait staff
• Document issues to department manager in writing
• Wash dishes as needed

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain excellent customer service and positive attitude
• Ability to follow direction regarding food preparation, storage, and safety
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required
• Performs other tasks and duties as directed

This position includes but is not limited to the job functions listed above.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Prefer eight (8) years related experience or training
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Modoc Nation Gaming License
• May be subject to criminal background investigation
• Must possess in high integrity regarding confidential and sensitive information
• Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Must have the ability to work in fast paced environment, multitask and meet deadlines

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:

• Maintains excellent working relationships with other Company staff and all applicable regulatory commissions and other agencies as may be applicable to ensure compliance.
• Performs all duties in accordance with the gaming operations core values, objectives of the Modoc Nation, system of internal control policies and procedures, as well, as applicable laws and gaming regulations, including but not limited to, the state-tribal compact, IGRA, MICS, the Bank Secrecy Act, Office of Foreign Asset Control, USA Patriot Act and Privacy Act.

DISCLAIMER: The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not contended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so assigned.