Cook (Sovereign)

ilani, Inc.; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ilani, Inc. is seeking a Cook to join our culinary team in Ridgefield, Washington. The ideal candidate will prepare and deliver high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment, maintaining cleanliness and assisting in food preparation and stocking.

This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a valid food handlers license. Successful candidates will have a background in kitchen environments and possess the endurance for standing and lifting as part of their duties.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen tools and utensils is required to perform specific tasks.
• Must possess a valid food handlers license.

Responsibilities

• Prep, prepare and deliver highest quality meals.
• Quick and quality execution of cooking duties.
• Clean all kitchen equipment before and after use.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Knowledge of kitchen tools

Good communication skills

Endurance for physical tasks

Education

Culinary school certificate

Tools

Kitchen utensils

Job description

## Cook (Sovereign)Applylocations: ilanitime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-04576**JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES****IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING EMPLOYEE, PLEASE NAVIGATE TO THE INTERNAL JOB POSTING USING THIS LINK:**https://wd5.myworkday.com/cowlitz/d/inst/1$9925/9925$4842.htmld**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.**Work Shift:***Knock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity!*# Located on the Cowlitz Reservation in Ridgefield, Washington, ilani, is the Pacific Northwest’s premier gaming, dining, entertainment and meeting destination. With nearly 400,000 total square feet, ilani includes more than 100,000 square feet of gaming space with nearly 3,000 slots and 75 gaming tables; 22 different restaurants, bars and retail outlets; and a 2,500-seat meeting and entertainment venue hosting nationally recognized performances.