Cook II-Cantina

Sycuan; El Cajon, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sycuan is seeking a Cook II to prepare specialty and standard menu items under the direction of the venue Sous Chef. Maintain health code standards, manage kitchen equipment, and support guest satisfaction with a positive team attitude.

The role requires 1 year of casual/fine dining cooking experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and a California driver’s license. Training in food safety and production will be provided where needed.

Qualifications

• 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 read and understand written directives.

Responsibilities

• Maintains designated workstation.
• Ensures recipes are consistent in flavor profiles, quality, and appearance.
• Knowledge of basic food products.
• Knowledge of standard and specialty food production equipment.
• Ability to read food order tickets.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

English communication

Following recipes

Professionalism

Math basics

Reading production sheets

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary degree

Job description

Job Description

The ancestors of the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation existed many centuries ago as a community of people...a Tribe living together, farming, hunting and fishing to survive. Much has changed since that time. Today the Sycuan Tribe governs its Reservation, owns and operates a Casino and a Golf Resort, and owns a number of other business ventures in the San Diego Region. One attribute that remains unchanged, however, is Sycuan's sense of community. Sycuan is more than just a business. Sycuan is a community of people working together toward a common goal. Whether you work in our state-of-the-art Casino, our beautiful Resort, or become a staff member in our Tribal Government division, you will be part of the Sycuan family.

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of the designated venue Sous Chef, the Cook II prepares specialty cuisine items as well as standard 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 and specialty food production equipment.
• Ability to sufficiently perform basic cooking methods
• 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:

• County of San Diego Food Handler Card
• 1 years casual and/or fine dining cooking experience
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Culinary degree
• California Driver's License in good standing

Skills and Knowledge:

• 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 eight 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

Direct: None

Indirect: None

If you enjoy being part of a community dedicated to creating a memorable guest experience, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Sycuan and join our winning team!

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