Cook (Line & Lure)

Cowlitz Indian Tribe; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is seeking a prep cook to join our culinary team in a fast-paced environment. You will prep, prepare and deliver high-quality meals while aligning with our standards and Spirit of Talícın

Responsibilities include assisting with ingredient prep, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, monitoring stock, and coordinating with staff to ensure timely service. Minimum qualifications cover interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and food safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum one must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and utensils required to perform tasks.

Responsibilities

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to Spirit of Talícın and ilani values.
• Collaborates with kitchen staff for quick and quality execution of cooking duties.
• Prepares the kitchen for arrival of chefs and assists with ingredient prep, cleaning and portioning.
• Monitors kitchen stock and reports low inventory to head chef.
• Maintains cleanliness of kitchen and equipment before and after use.
• Cooks dishes under chef supervision and coordinates with staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Kitchen tools knowledge

Work under pressure

Excellent communication

Endurance

Food handlers license

Willing to work in smoking environment

Health and safety compliance

Education

Culinary school certificate

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES

Pledge for Success:

We are dedicated to hiring outstanding individuals who share in our commitment and passion in serving our guests. Ambition, dedication, attention to detail, and a warm smile are all winning characteristics that lead to the spirit of who we are.

Position Summary:

Prep, prepare and deliver highest quality meals. Work as part of a culinary team in a fast-paced environment where quality and standards exceed guest expectations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains, and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to the principles of the Spirit of Tâlícn and the Core Values of ilani.
• Consistently demonstrates collaborative, relationship building, welcoming and mutually respectful behaviors.
• Quick and quality execution of cooking duties.
• Prepares the kitchen for the arrival of the chefs.
• Assists as necessary with the preparing of ingredients beforehand, cleaning foodstuffs, chopping, slicing, portioning.
• Monitor stock of the kitchen. Report to head chef as stock runs low.
• Clean all kitchen equipment before and after use.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen.
• Cooks dishes under the supervision of the chef.
• Coordinate with other kitchen staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and utensils – a proper knowledge of the kitchen tools and utensils is required in order to perform the specific tasks and requirements.
• Work well under pressure and possess good learning skills.
• Excellent communication skills – the kitchen’s staff works mainly under pressure, so conveying the message clearly, concise and in a polite manner is essential for good collaboration and strong overall results.
• Great endurance as most of the prep cook work is done standing, repeatedly moving arms and hands, and lifting and carrying at least 40 lbs.
• Must possess a valid food handlers license.
• Must be willing to work in a smoking environment.
• Must be willing to adhere to company health and safety measures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary school certificate.
• One (1) year experience as a line cook in a high-volume restaurant.

Wages:

This role offers a starting wage of $19.00 per hour. Candidates with relevant experience may be placed higher within the established pay range.

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United for the benefit of future generations

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe preserves its rich cultural heritage while providing diverse health, human, and natural resources to promote community well-being across multiple counties.

Government Administration

Company size 201-500 employees

Company type Government agency Founded 2000

Total funding 0

Momentum

Team growth

Momentum

13% in 12 mo

212 employees on LinkedIn

Employee experience

What it's like inside

3.3

15 reviews

51% would recommend

Culture & values

Culture & values 3.1

Work-life balance

Work-life balance 3.4

Career opportunities

Career opportunities 3.0

Compensation & benefits 4.1

Capital

Funding history

Footprint

Where they work

Headquarters Longview, Washington

1055 9th Ave, Suite B, Longview, Washington 98632, US 15455 65th Ave S, Tukwila, Washington 98188, US 7700 NE 26th Ave, Vancouver, Washington 98665, US 107 Spencer Rd, Toledo, Washington 98591, US 1044 11th Ave, Longview, Washington 98632, US 1000 Davis Pl, DuPont, Washington 98327, US 900 Fir St, Longview, Washington 98632, US 31501 NW 31st Avenue,, Ridgefield, Washington 98642, US

Location Ridgefield, Washington, United States