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COOK I

Tamaya Enterprises Inc. d
Santa Ana, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2025 CLOSED ON 11/20/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the COOK I position at Tamaya Enterprises Inc. d?

 
 
 
 

Job Summary:

The Cook I position is an entry level culinary position that requires only the most basic cooking or culinary skills.  It does however require good communication skills and a positive attitude.  This production position will have regular supervision and training

 

Job Description : 

Core Values & Expectations:

  • Treat all other co-workers with dignity and respect regardless of position.
  • Demonstrate dependability by calling-in only when necessary, showing up on time, being prepared to start your shift, and doing your job as described below.
  • Always be honest. Admit mistakes, learn from mistakes, and move forward. 
  • Demonstrate an ability to accept constructive criticism and guidance from supervisors.
  • Be professional by showing politeness and courtesy to co-workers and guests under all circumstances.
  • When you don’t know information, how something works, unsure of policy or procedures, or are unclear; seek answers from your supervisor.

 

Major Responsibilities/Activities 

  • Maintain kitchen sanitation in accordance with all health department guidelines.
  • Required to learn all menu items and learn how to cook them with the specified cooking methods.
  • Perform all work assignments to meet the required quantities within the appropriate timelines. 
  • Ability to follow specific instructions accurately and efficiently.
  • Ability to do repetitive tasks accurately for extended periods of time.
  • Assist in the acceptance of deliveries as needed.
  • Always maintain safe food handling procedures.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within the outlet for effective day to day operations.
  • Communicate effectively with both front of the house and back of the house.
  • Check the preparation of the food, insuring the highest standards of quality.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Requirements 

  • Preference given to qualified Santa Ana Tribal Members.
  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • 6 Months restaurant or culinary experience preferred but not essential.
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
  • Must possess excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Obtain a Food Handlers Card within 90 days of hire.
  • Bi-lingual and multi-cultural experience preferred.
  • A smartphone capable of running company applications and communication systems is required. If a smartphone is not provided by the company, a candidate or employee may be provided a smartphone of the company’s choice, through a payroll deduction program.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Pueblo of Santa Ana Gaming and Regulatory Commission non-key gaming license.

 

Essential Physical Functions:

The essential physical functions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of the position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, turn, bend use hands and fingers to grasp, handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
  • Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. 
  • Must be able to work well in fast paced.
  • Physical ability to safely perform the essential job functions of the position.

 

Equipment Used

  • Traditional meat cutting and commercial kitchen equipment.
  • Smartphone
  • Safety Equipment such as Protective Googles, steel mesh cutting gloves, safety aprons.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee’s duties are performed indoors in a climate controlled non-smoking environment.

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