Launch Your Culinary Career: Entry-Level Cook

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Kemp (OK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is hiring entry-level cooks for multiple dining venues across Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant. Join a fast-paced kitchen and learn from seasoned culinary leaders while contributing to high-quality dishes.

This full-time role requires English proficiency, food safety certification (or ability to obtain), and willingness to work weekends and holidays. Training provided with opportunities to grow within a resort setting.

Qualifications

• Basic culinary knowledge or a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to follow recipes and kitchen procedures.
• Commitment to cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients (wash, chop, slice, peel, etc.).
• Cook food using grill, fry, bake, steam, braise, boil methods.
• Ensure proper seasoning, garnishing, and presentation.
• 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 portioning and production control.
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Basic culinary knowledge

Follow recipes

Team-oriented

Cleanliness & food safety

Job description

Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is hiring entry-level cooks for multiple dining venues across Choctaw Casino & Resort Durant. Join a fast-paced kitchen and learn from seasoned culinary leaders while contributing to high-quality dishes.

This full-time role requires English proficiency, food safety certification (or ability to obtain), and willingness to work weekends and holidays. Training provided with opportunities to grow within a resort setting.