Cook I

Sycuan Casino Resort; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a dedicated Cook I to join their culinary team. This role involves preparing delicious meals while adhering to strict health codes and standards. You'll work closely with a talented Sous Chef and be responsible for maintaining a positive and accommodating attitude towards guests and team members alike. If you have a passion for cooking and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values quality and teamwork, and take your culinary skills to the next level!

Qualifications

• 6 months fast food and/or casual cooking experience required.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain food quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food/menu items under the direction of the Sous Chef.
• Maintain workstation and ensure consistency in flavor and quality.

Skills

Food Handling Practices

Knife Skills

Basic Cooking Methods

Team Collaboration

Customer Service

Education

County of San Diego Food Handler Card

Culinary Degree

Tools

Standard Food Production Equipment

Job description

Cook I Casino, 5485 Casino Way, El Cajon, California, United States of America Req #15047 Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of the designated venue Sous Chef, the Cook I prepares food/menu items for guest consumption utilizing only approved recipes, cooking methods and ingredients as set by Food & Beverage/Culinary Management; maintains all food, equipment and kitchens to set health codes and casino standards; maintains positive, team oriented and accommodating attitude toward guests (internal as well as external), fellow team members and management, at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

(Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)

• Maintains designated workstation.
• Ensures recipes are consistent in flavor profiles, quality, and appearance.
• Knowledge of basic food products.
• Knowledge of standard food production equipment.
• Ability to sufficiently perform basic cooking methods
• Possesses adequate knife skills.
• Understands the food rotation method “FIFO”.
• Ability to read food order tickets.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Job Specifications:

Education and Experience

Essential:

• County of San Diego Food Handler Card

• 6 months fast food and/or casual cooking experience

Desirable:

• Culinary Degree or equivalent experience
• Guest Service or Hospitality experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

• Working knowledge of safe food handling practices
• Ability to work effectively with team members and guests
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language
• Ability to follow recipes and read production sheets
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Ability to understand verbal directives and written instructions
• Ability to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds
• Ability to accept constructive criticism
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours at a time
• Ability to bend, stoop, push and pull
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work in a smoking environment
• Ability to appear for work on time

Desirable:

• Multi-lingual

Supervisory/ Managerial Accountability:

Direct: None

Indirect: None

Other details

• Pay Type Hourly

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