Asian Cuisine Chef

Emerald Queen Casino; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Emerald Queen Casino is seeking an experienced Asian Cuisine Chef to support the Executive and Production Chefs in running a profitable Asian kitchen. The role oversees cooks and shift leaders, plans daily specials, and drives cost control while maintaining top quality and strict sanitation.

The position requires training in sanitation, a culinary background, and at least five years in kitchen management. This on-site role includes 24/7 operation with benefits including comprehensive medical,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Sanitation laws and procedures training.
• Culinary school graduate or equivalent experience.
• At least five years in kitchen management including Asian cuisine cooking and food prep.
• Knowledge of kitchen procedures and State Board of Health regulations.
• Ability to operate cooking equipment, sautéing/broiling/steaming/baking, and advanced knife skills.
• Basic understanding of P&L statements.
• Must be a motivator and demonstrate superior employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the efficient operation of the Asian Cuisine kitchen.
• Assist in hiring, scheduling, and training of Asian Cuisine Shift Supervisors, Leads, and Cooks.
• Assist in planning daily specials for lunch and dinner.
• Provide input to the Executive Chef on procedures and operations and make recommendations.
• Help implement policies and procedures.
• Ensure staff comply with portion size and quality standards.
• Procure food, including cuts of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, game and vegetables.
• Assist in cost control of food, labor, and supplies.
• Maintain security of products by issuing proper amounts.
• Control kitchen energy costs.
• Work regular shifts on the line.
• Provide daily/weekly prep and cleaning lists for staff.
• Ensure areas are set up properly and kitchen/storeroom remains clean.
• Ensure walk-ins/storage are neat and organized.
• Maintain Emerald Queen Casino’s high standards for guest service.
• Promote good employee relations and teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Asian cuisine

Kitchen management

Food preparation

Knife skills

Sanitation

P&L knowledge

Education

Culinary school graduate

Job description

The Asian Cuisine Chef assists the Executive Chef and Production Chef in managing the kitchen efficiently and profitably with emphasis on the Asian kitchen while supervising Asian Cuisine Cooks.

Salary range is based on skills and experience. This full-time position features excellent employer-paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists the Executive Chef in the efficient operation of the Asian Cuisine kitchen.
• Assists in the hiring, scheduling, and training of Asian Cuisine Shift Supervisors, Leads, and Cooks.
• Assists the Production Chef in planning the daily specials for lunch and dinner.
• Provides input to the Executive Chef on related procedures and operations and makes recommendations.
• Assists the Executive Chef and Production Chef in the implementation of policies and procedures.
• Ensures staff complies with all portion size and quality standards
• Responsible for the procurement of food including the identification and selection of cuts of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, game and/or vegetables used.
• Assists the Executive Chef in the cost control of food, labor, and supplies.
• Establishes and maintains security of all products and supplies by issuing the proper amount.
• Controls energy costs in the kitchen.
• Works regular shifts on the line.
• Provides daily / weekly prep and cleaning lists for staff.
• Responsible for making sure that all areas are set up properly and efficiently maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen, dish room, and storeroom.
• Ensures walk-ins and storage area are neat, clean, and organized.
• Provides and maintains Emerald Queen Casino’s high standards for superior guest service.
• Promotes good employee relations by conducting themselves in a professional manner and being supportive as a team player.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Training in sanitation laws and procedures.
• Culinary school graduate or equivalent experience.
• Must have at least five years in kitchen management including Asian Cuisine cooking and food prep experience.
• Knowledge in all aspects of kitchen procedures, operations, State Board of Health regulations.
• Must have the ability to operate cooking equipment, knowledge of sautéing, broiling, steaming, baking, and sauce specialties as well as advanced knife skills.
• Must have a basic understanding of P&L Statements.
• Must be a motivator and demonstrate superior employee relations.

PREFERRED:

• Knowledge and experience in preparing all types of sushi preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for longer than 8 hours.
• Ability to lift 40lbs.
• Must be able to tolerate a smoke-filled environment.
• Mobility to climb stairs on a regular basis.

Additional Requirements:

Our facilities operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year which may require this position to work evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

All applicants must obtain a Class III A license as required by the Puyallup Tribal Gaming Regulatory Office and the Washington State Gaming Commission. Pre-employment drug testing is required for all positions. However, the use of marijuana will not disqualify an applicant unless the position requires driving a company vehicle. The Emerald Queen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Indian Preference in hiring shall apply according to the policies adopted by Puyallup Tribe’s Emerald Queen Casino. Job descriptions are intended to present a brief summary of the position and the description is not intended to list all of the duties performed within the job.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

SEXUAL HARRASSMENT

RESPONSIBLE GAMING

PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE

Food Handlers

Customer Service

BLOOD BORNE PATHOGENS

OSHA Training

Equal Opportunity Employer
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