Kickstart Your Culinary Career - Junior Line Cook

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Kenefic (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is hiring an Entry Level Cook 1 to join multiple dining venues across Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant. This FT role offers hands-on kitchen experience in a high-volume environment under the guidance of experienced culinary leaders.

The Cook 1 will assist with prep, cooking, plating, and maintaining food safety standards while following recipes and standardized methods. This position covers various venues and requires weekend and holiday availability.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Food Safety Certification (or ability to obtain)
• 6 months of culinary experience OR equivalent culinary education/experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients (wash, chop, slice, peel, etc.)
• Cook food using a variety of methods (grill, fry, bake, steam, braise, boil)
• Ensure food is properly seasoned, garnished, and visually appealing
• Follow standardized recipes and preparation methods
• Taste food prior to service to ensure quality
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, and rotation
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards at all times
• Assist with kitchen setup, service, and cleanup
• Minimize waste through proper portioning and production levels
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Skills

Basic culinary knowledge

Teamwork

Ability to follow recipes

Food safety

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is hiring an Entry Level Cook 1 to join multiple dining venues across Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant. This FT role offers hands-on kitchen experience in a high-volume environment under the guidance of experienced culinary leaders.

The Cook 1 will assist with prep, cooking, plating, and maintaining food safety standards while following recipes and standardized methods. This position covers various venues and requires weekend and holiday availability.