Cook II: High-Volume Kitchen Leader & Recipe Expert

Valley View Casino & Hotel; Valley Center (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley View Casino & Hotel in Valley Center, CA, is hiring a Cook II to safely prepare menu items following recipes in a fast-paced setting. You will contribute to a smooth kitchen operation, maintain quality, and support team members to deliver consistent dishes to guests.

The role requires experience in high-volume cooking, knife skills, and adherence to sanitation and safety procedures. Shift flexibility and a strong work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a Cook in a high-volume restaurant environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in braising, sautéing, broiling, and poaching.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using a slicer, mixer, robo coupe, tongs, chef’s knife, bread knife, paring knife, steel, high heat spatula, turner, and whisk.
• Ability to demonstrate basic knife skills.
• Ability to identify pan types and knife types.
• Knowledge of sanitary practices.
• Possession of the basic tools to perform the job duties of a Cook.
• Working knowledge of weights, measures, and various cooking techniques.
• Reading and math skills for recipes and measurement.

Responsibilities

• Support and uphold the Valley View Casino’s Standards of Excellence.
• Maintain positive guest relations and resolve complaints to ensure satisfaction.
• Provide direction and guidance to team members.
• Organize and delegate work assignments to meet deadlines.
• Train lower-level cooks in equipment usage.
• Communicate with higher kitchen staff.
• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu.
• Exercise knowledge of base sauces, stocks, and soups.
• Work on the line in different locations.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as slicer, steamer, fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, and flat top.
• Label and date products for safety and FIFO rotation.
• Adhere to health codes and safety guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and mis en place before/during/after shift.
• Strive for picture‑perfect plate presentation.
• Attend to other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Braising

Sautéing

Broiling

Poaching

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Slicer

Mixer

Robo Coupe

Chef’s knife

Job description

Valley View Casino & Hotel in Valley Center, CA, is hiring a Cook II to safely prepare menu items following recipes in a fast-paced setting. You will contribute to a smooth kitchen operation, maintain quality, and support team members to deliver consistent dishes to guests.

The role requires experience in high-volume cooking, knife skills, and adherence to sanitation and safety procedures. Shift flexibility and a strong work ethic are essential.