Cook III-Three Meal

Sycuan; El Cajon, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sycuan is hiring a Cook III to lead production and prep of menu items for guest dining at our El Cajon venue. You will supervise cooks on designated shifts, ensure flavor consistency, and maintain compliance with health and safety standards. The role requires culinary training, supervisory experience, and the ability to read production materials.

You will work under the Sous Chef and contribute to a positive, guest-focused dining environment within the Sycuan Casino and Resort complex.

Qualifications

• County of San Diego Food Handler Card is required.
• 2 years of casual and/or fine dining cooking experience.
• High School Diploma, High School Certificate of Completion, or GED.

Responsibilities

• Maintains designated workstation throughout all levels of business flow.
• Ensures recipes are consistent in flavor profiles, quality, and appearance.
• Advanced knowledge of basic and specialty food products.
• Advanced knowledge of standard and specialty food production equipment.
• Reads recipes, production lists and related collateral paperwork.
• Trains cook staff and supports team development.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support department operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Food knowledge

English communication

Safety compliance

Education

Culinary degree

High School Diploma

Food Handler Card

Job description

Casino, 5485 Casino Way, El Cajon, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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 direction of designated venue Sous Chef, the Cook III leads all cooks in production and preparation of food/menu items for guest consumption on designated shifts; maintains positive, team oriented and accommodating attitude toward guests (internal as well as external), fellow team members and management at all times. Under direction of the Sous Chef, the Cook III prepares specialty cuisine items for guest consumption on designated shifts and maintains compliance with all rules, regulations an food health safety rules as 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 throughout all levels of business flow.
• Ensures recipes are consistent in flavor profiles, quality, and appearance.
• Advanced knowledge of basic and specialty food products.
• Advanced knowledge of standard and specialty food production equipment.
• Possesses an excellent understanding of the food rotation method “FIFO”.
• Possesses the ability to read recipes, production lists and any other necessary collateral paperwork, such as diagrams and logs.
• Ability to train cook staff.
• 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
• 2 years of casual and/or fine dining cooking experience
• High School Diploma, High School Certificate of Completion, or G.E.D.
• Supervisory experience
• 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 provide guidance to staff
• 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

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!

Casino, 5485 Casino Way, El Cajon, California, United States of America