Kitchen Assistant

Running Creek Casino; Upper Lake (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Running Creek Casino in Upper Lake, CA seeks a Kitchen Assistant to maintain sanitary kitchen operations across all outlets, including proper cleaning and stock replenishment. The role supports cooks by preparing ingredients, handling dishes and utensils, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in a remote location with limited opportunities.

Work environments include office, gaming floor and convention center with loud noises and cigarette smoke; flexibility in shifts is required to meet

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains sanitary conditions in the kitchen and outlets.
• Performs all washing and cleaning duties in the kitchen.
• Assists with inventory control.
• Removes garbage, washes garbage cans, and cleans storage areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes food preparation areas per hygiene standards.
• Washes and stores cooking utensils and dishes properly.
• Assists with meal ingredient preparation (wash, peel, cut, chop).
• Sweeps and mops kitchen floors and wipes walls.
• Assists with unloading food supplies and proper storage.
• Adheres to safety rules of Running Creek Casino and F&B department.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Running Creek Casino – Upper Lake, CA 95485
Education Level: High School Diploma or GED
Salary Range: $16.50 - $17.60 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Category: Casino

Running Creek Casino has been offering guests a full-service gaming destination in a vineyard setting along the historic Highway 20 corridor of Upper Lake, California since 2012. We take extreme pride in guest service, gaming experiences, and hospitality in our community. We are known for providing satisfying career opportunities in a remote location where opportunities are limited.

Position Summary

We are hiring for a Kitchen Assistant to be responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions in the various food outlets at all times. The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for proper disposition of dirty dishes, trash, and replenishment of stock, and assists the cook with ingredient preparation.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that the kitchen is clean and operational.
• Performs all washing and cleaning duties required in the kitchen.
• Assists with inventory control.
• Removes garbage, washes garbage cans and cleans refrigerators, freezers and storage rooms.
• Properly cleans and sanitizes all food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene.
• Washes and appropriately stores all cooking utensils, instruments, appliances, cutting boards and dishes.
• Assists the cook with preparations of meal ingredients, which includes washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting and chopping.
• Sweeps and mops the kitchen floors and wipes down kitchen walls.
• Assists with the unloading of food supplies.
• Correctly stores food supplies.
• Must adhere to the safety rules and regulations of the Running Creek Casino and of the Food and Beverage Department.

Working Environment

Office, gaming floor and convention center environment including flashing lights, frequent loud noises, and cigarette smoke. Must handle hazardous materials. Must be flexible with work schedule. Must be willing to work any hours and/or shift, as assigned, according to business needs. Occasionally must deal with angry or hostile individuals.

Disclaimer and Conditions of Employment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

All Running Creek Casino employees are responsible to ensure that their designated operations are in compliance with Running Creek Casino policies, MICS, Tribal policies, State compact and Tribal gaming regulations.

Conditions of employment with the Running Creek Casino include passing a pre‑employment drug test, a background investigation to secure a work permit and successfully completing a three‑month introductory period. Candidates for this position will be required to have dependable transportation available.

Native American Preference will apply in accordance with Tribal policies