Cook

Kids for the Future; Chiloquin (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Vacation

Paid Jury Duty

Bereavement Leave

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Chiloquin, OR is seeking a Cook to accurately and timely prepare daily menu items and maintain a sanitary kitchen. The role requires following department standards and ensuring quality and portion control.

The position supports a team in a casino setting, with responsibilities including recipe adherence, stock liaison, and cross-training in prep and cleaning tasks. A current Food Handler’s certification is REQUIRED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Non-Tribal Members must be at least 21 years old; enrolled Indians 18+ are REQUIRED.
• Current Food Handler’s certification (REQUIRED).
• Six months demonstrated experience in a restaurant kitchen (REQUIRED); one year preferred.
• Must submit to and clear an Alcohol/Drug Screen (REQUIRED).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills (REQUIRED).
• Must pass Licensing by the Klamath Tribes Gaming Regulatory Commission (REQUIRED).

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare selected menu items.
• Adhere to sanitary rules and regulations in the Food & Beverage Department.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area during and after food preparation.
• Create meals according to recipes and ensure accurate weights/measurements.
• Maintain a food log to manage portions.
• Request required ingredients for meal prep from Lead Cook.
• Maintain selected menu items on the line.
• Assist with stock checks and shelving.
• Work with Food & Beverage team professionally and efficiently.
• Assist with food prep or cleaning during slow periods.

Skills

Measuring ingredients

Recipe interpretation

Safety rules compliance

Teamwork

Communication skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Cooking large quantities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Location 34333 HIGHWAY 97 N,Chiloquin, OR, 97624,United States
• Base Pay $18.90 / Hour
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

Description

REPORTING TO: Lead Cook or F&B Supervisor

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Management, Hourly, Regular, Full-Time/ Part-Time

SECURITY CLEARANCE: NON-GAMING

BENEFITS:

Eligible employees (working 30 hours or more) to receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401 (k) retirement plan, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance, and employee assistance program. Additional benefits include company paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, paid jury duty, paid bereavement leave, and employee discounts.

INTRODUCTION

Reporting to the Lead Cook or F&B Supervisor, the Cook is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of daily menu items. The cook is also responsible for maintaining a sanitary and orderly work area at all times in accordance with department requirements

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the planning and preparation of selected menu items.
• Adhere to all sanitary rules and regulations in the Food & Beverage Department.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of work area during and after food preparation.
• Create meals according to recipe and ensure the accuracy of the weights and measurements of ingredients.
• Maintain a food log in order to reduce/increase servings.
• Responsible for requesting required ingredients for meal preparation to the Lead Cook.
• Responsible for maintaining selected menu items on the line.
• Assist with checking in stock and shelving in accordance with department procedures.
• Perform all required job duties in a timely and efficient manner.
• Cooperate fully with Food and Beverage team members to ensure a helpful working environment and maintain professionalism in both public view and in the kitchen area.
• Responsible for assisting with food prep or cleaning duties during slow business periods of the shift.
• Maintain departmental and organizational confidentiality.
• Work as a team player and maintain a courteous and professional attitude at all times in order to insure a smooth and consistent level of efficient customer service.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Adheres to Casino standards for guest service and confidentiality.
• Refers guest problems or complaints to appropriate supervisors according to Casino policies.
• Reports and documents any observed or known safety hazard, conditions or unsafe practices and procedures to management immediately.
• Performs other job-related duties as directed.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Cook works under the direct supervision of the Lead Cook or F&B Supervisor, who provides general direction. Work is assigned in the terms of urgency and objectives. This position must be able to work independently, provide supervision to Cook staff and follow instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION

• Ability to accurately measure and weigh ingredients.
• Ability to read and interpret written recipes, regulations, and instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals as related to the Food and Beverage department.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, in a clear and precise manner in order to convey information as well as obtain pertinent information.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Knowledge of various cooking equipment and skilled in the application and use of equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability of cooking in large quantities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information pertinent to the nature of the work.
• High School Diploma or equivalent. PREFERRED
• Non-Tribal Members must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age. REQUIRED
• Enrolled Indians who are at least eighteen (18) years of age. REQUIRED
• Current Food Handler’s certification, REQUIRED
• Six (6) months demonstrated experience working in restaurant kitchen setting, REQUIRED, one (1) year. PREFERRED.
• Must be reliable and dependable, REQUIRED
• Must submit to and clear an Alcohol/Drug Screen. REQUIRED
• Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills. REQUIRED
• Must be able to pass Licensing by the Klamath Tribes Gaming Regulatory Commission. REQUIRED