What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook - Banquets position at Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel?
Description
Shift: Varies
Type: Full-Time
A FULL HOUSE OF TOTAL REWARDS
- Competitive Pay: Starting salary range of $21.91/hr. - $23/hr., depending on experience, with opportunities for annual performance-based increases.
- Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus competitive family rates starting after 60 days, with additional benefits such as 401(k), employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability.
- Generous PTO: Accrue 21 days of PTO in your first year, growing to 33 days after five (5) years, with an option to cash out twice annually.
- Everyday Perks: Free meals, parking, paid breaks, 40c/gallon gas discount, and exciting giveaways like concert and sports tickets.
- Growth & Support: Access to tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and Employee Assistance Program.
PURPOSE
To produce banquet food according to Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel specifications in a timely fashion. To keep the banquet kitchen in a safe and organized condition throughout service and event execution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the quality, quantity, and timeliness of food preparation for banquets and catered events.
- Communicate effectively with Banquet Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef, and Lead Line Cooks regarding production timelines, service expectations, and event details.
- Ensure consistent and high-quality plated food presentation, proper portioning, appropriate garnishes, and adherence to substitution guidelines.
- Follow all F&B procedures for food storage, rotation, spoilage prevention, sanitation, and avoidance of cross-contamination.
- Prepare food items according to established recipes, using correct cooking times and temperatures to ensure consistency and quality.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in all banquet kitchen work areas, complying with Washington State Department of Health standards.
- Assist with banquet kitchen setup, execution, and breakdown before and after events.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- Thorough working knowledge of banquet-style cooking, bulk food preparation, and commercial kitchen operations.
- Proven experience with kitchen equipment such as convection ovens, tilt skillets, steamers, warmers, and fryers.
Skills and Abilities:
- Fluency in English language
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a high-volume, team-oriented environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills
PREFERRED
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma / GED; Recognized Equivalent of a High School Diploma (RED) or Foreign High School Diploma (FHD).
- Six (6) months of light to moderate baking.
- Two (2) years of culinary school.
- Two (2) years of fine dining A’ La Carte cooking experience or comparable/current Cross-Over experience in the venue.
Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel exercises Snoqualmie Tribal Member/Native American preference in hiring, in compliance with the Snoqualmie Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). You must obtain and maintain a Gaming License from the Snoqualmie Gaming Commission. Pre-employment drug testing is required for all positions. The use of marijuana will not disqualify an applicant for positions in any department other than Transportation (Valet, Driver I). DOT panel testing is required for the Driver position.
Salary : $21 - $24