Cook II — Fast-Paced Casino Kitchen & Prep Excellence

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment in Waddell, AZ is seeking a Cook II to assist under the Assistant Sous Chef. The role covers prep, cooking, stock storage, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen across Food & Beverage venues.

You will follow standardized recipes, work in a fast-paced casino kitchen, maintain par levels, and support a positive team environment while complying with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, utensils, tools and machinery.
• Knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen-working environment.
• Knowledge of basic foods and their uses.
• Knowledge of all food safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handlers card.
• Ability to obtain TIPS certification.
• Ability to communicate, read, and write clearly in basic English.
• Ability to demonstrate outstanding guest service at all times.
• Ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform in a professional appearance and manner.
• Ability to be organized and coordinating task amongst co-workers.
• Ability to safely use and administer cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to learn culinary methods, techniques and principles.
• Ability to clearly communicate to all levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods, quantities, styles, according to the menu and demand of the business.
• Reads, understands and follows standardized recipes when preparing all foods for all food venues and outlets.
• Maintains and communicates with Assistant Sous Chef regarding the foods/products needed to ensure safe par levels and proper stock levels.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized and sanitized work area while following health/food safety regulations.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Food safety compliance

English communication

Team collaboration

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment in Waddell, AZ is seeking a Cook II to assist under the Assistant Sous Chef. The role covers prep, cooking, stock storage, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen across Food & Beverage venues.

You will follow standardized recipes, work in a fast-paced casino kitchen, maintain par levels, and support a positive team environment while complying with health and safety regulations.