Entry-Level Line Cook — Grow Your Culinary Skills

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures; Hinckley (MN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match, tuition reimburse-

Paid parental leave

PTO

Job summary

Mille Lacs Corporate Venture is seeking an entry-level Cook I to support daily kitchen operations, from food preparation to station setup and ensuring cleanliness and food safety in a fast-paced environment.

You will learn cooking techniques, recipes, and kitchen workflows while collaborating with culinary leadership and experienced staff to deliver high-quality meals and a great guest experience. Training is provided to help you grow within the Grand Casinos culinary team.

Qualifications

• No previous kitchen or food preparation experience required; training will be provided.
• Desire to learn culinary skills and kitchen operations.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and food preparation standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients including vegetables, fruits, meats, sauces, dressings, and other menu items according to recipes and preparation standards.
• Assist with food preparation, seasoning, portioning, and plating of menu items.
• Learn and follow recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Set up, stock, and maintain assigned workstations for service readiness.
• Assist with cooking duties including grilling, frying, roasting, baking, and other food preparation techniques as assigned.
• Monitor food quality and freshness during preparation and service.
• Assist with buffet setup, banquet preparation, and special events as assigned.
• Support food production needs across multiple kitchen outlets as business demands require.
• Complete opening, closing, and side work responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Desire to learn

ServSafe Certification (preferred)

GRA license eligibility

Physical stamina

Job description

Mille Lacs Corporate Venture is seeking an entry-level Cook I to support daily kitchen operations, from food preparation to station setup and ensuring cleanliness and food safety in a fast-paced environment.

You will learn cooking techniques, recipes, and kitchen workflows while collaborating with culinary leadership and experienced staff to deliver high-quality meals and a great guest experience. Training is provided to help you grow within the Grand Casinos culinary team.