FB Traditions Culinary Worker

Wildhorse Resort & Casino; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildhorse Resort & Casino in Pendleton, OR is seeking cooks to prepare, cook, and present food items per set recipes and menu specifications. You will prioritize customer satisfaction and food safety in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, assisting with inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Applicants should have at least 3 months in food services and be able to work varied shifts, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Three months of experience in food services.
• Ability to read and follow written recipes and procedures.
• Food handler certification required or will be completed within 30 days of employment.
• Must stand/walk for long periods; capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to work all hours, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present food items following recipes.
• Provide prompt, friendly service to customers.
• Maintain clean and organized work area and kitchen.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and receiving when needed.
• Adhere to safety codes and company policies.

Skills

Food handling

Team player

Communication

Stamina

Job description

Wildhorse Resort Casino
Wildhorse Resort Casino
46510 Wildhorse Blvd.
Pendleton, OR 97801, USA

Wildhorse Resort Casino
Wildhorse Resort Casino
46510 Wildhorse Blvd.
Pendleton, OR 97801, USA

WAGE RANGE: $15.00-$25.00
OPEN UNTIL FILLED: 1ST PULL DATE: AUGUST 18, 2026

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for attractively preparing, cooking, and presenting food items. Following set recipes and menu specifications. Always placing customers and safe food handling first. May work in any food outlet depending on business needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures customer satisfaction through prompt, efficient, and friendly service.
• Cleans and organizes.
• Creates meals according to menu and recipe as set by the Executive Chef.
• Ensures that all food items are handled and cooked (if applicable) in a wholesome manner.
• Constantly maintains the kitchen and supply room in a sanitary and orderly fashion.
• Informs the supervisor of any kitchen problems.
• When needed, may assist with inventory, ordering, putting freight away, and/or cleaning.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment and accomplishes tasks promptly.
• Complies with regulatory laws, employee handbook, department policy and procedures, safety codes, etc.
• Promotes a clean, safe, and healthy work environment for employees and guests. Promptly reports all concerns to the supervisor.
• Ensures that the operation of equipment, tools, and materials is handled safely.
• Promotes internal guest service standards through courteous and respectful behavior.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

PROMOTE WRC QUALITY SERVICE STANDARDS:

SAFETY:

Ensuring a safe experience by protecting the welfare of all.

INTEGRITY:

Expecting personal accountability at every level.

COURTESY:

Creating an exceptional customer service experience for everyone.

TEAM:

Functioning together to create a cooperative and positive experience.

SHOW:

Providing flawless experience –a clean and cared-for resort.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) months of experience in food services.
• Functionally literate: to read and follow written recipes/procedures.
• Licensed/certified as a food handler or completes within 30 days of employment.
• Need to stand and/or walk for long periods; perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers; occasionally lift and maneuver 50 lbs.
• Effective communications skills - to provide instruction, responds to questions, and has exceptional interpersonal skills and abilities.
• Available to work all hours, shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Exhibits a professional demeanor through appearance and by maintaining a positive attitude toward all employees and guests.
• Requires a criminal history clearance check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Culinary II - Has a good working knowledge of professional kitchen, equipment, and food products.
• Culinary II - Three (3) months of hot food cooking experience.
• Culinary I - Maintains effective communication with front/back of house staff on guest service needs/orders.
• Culinary I – One-year hot food cooking experience or culinary school. Supervisory preferred.
• Culinary I - Understanding of cooking meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, and grains using different methods.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may be modified or assigned at any time based on business needs.