Executive Pub Kitchen Lead: Craft & Plate Mastery

Sky River Casino; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky River Casino is seeking a Lead Cook for the Pub under the guidance of the Executive Chef. You will oversee kitchen teammates, ensure proper portioning and plating, and maintain station readiness throughout shifts.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in a restaurant kitchen and 5 years of overall culinary experience, with high school diploma or equivalent. Food Handler/ServSafe certs are a plus; gaming license specifics handled by the company.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required; Culinary Arts degree preferred.
• 3 years' restaurant kitchen experience and 5 years' overall culinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises cooks to ensure timely task completion.
• Ensures stations are stocked with ingredients and equipment.
• Prepares dishes and controls portion sizes for orders.
• Assists with presentation, decoration, and storage of food items.
• Maintains clean, organized work area and follows closing procedures.
• Adheres to safety, policies, and government regulations.

Skills

Kitchen supervision

Food safety

Portion control

Plating

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Culinary Arts degree (preferred)

Job description

Sky River Casino is seeking a Lead Cook for the Pub under the guidance of the Executive Chef. You will oversee kitchen teammates, ensure proper portioning and plating, and maintain station readiness throughout shifts.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years in a restaurant kitchen and 5 years of overall culinary experience, with high school diploma or equivalent. Food Handler/ServSafe certs are a plus; gaming license specifics handled by the company.