Lead Cook

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment seeks a Lead Cook to supervise and prepare food items per production sheets in a fast-paced casino kitchen. You will delegate tasks, ensure safe stock levels, and maintain clean, organized work areas in compliance with health regulations.

Requirements include 3 years cooking experience, 1 year supervisory experience, ability to obtain Food Handler’s Card and TIPS certification, and strong English communication. Position is on-site in Arizona.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 3 years cooking experience.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience as Lead Cook/Saucier.
• Must obtain Food Handler’s Card.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No felony, theft or stealing convictions.
• Pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background check.
• Ability to obtain TIPS certification.
• Ability to communicate in basic English.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Cooks a variety of foods according to the menu and demand of the business.
• Reads, understands, follows, and creates standardized recipes.
• Maintains safe par levels and proper stock levels.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and sanitized work area.
• Delegates tasks to Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Kitchen Stewards.
• Ensures venues are ready to open by designated time set by management.
• Maintains food storage areas, equipment, and work stations.
• Maintains professional communication and teamwork.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Team leadership

Food safety

English communication

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lead Cook 13938

DDC - Waddell, AZ (White Tanks at San Lucy)

Job Description:

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Assistant Sous Chef, prepares food items according to the production sheet for the assigned area. Delegating task/jobs to cooks, firm understanding of menus or prep sheets, advanced knowledge of basic culinary techniques and methods.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Cooks a variety of foods in quantities, styles, according to the menu and demand of the business.
• Uses and teach proper knife skills, cooking techniques, cooking methods and terminology.
• Reads, understands, follows, and creates standardized recipes when preparing all foods for all food venues and outlets.
• Maintains and communicates regarding the foods/products needed to ensure safe par levels and proper stock levels.
• Maintains daily tracking log.
• Delegates assigned tasks to the Cooks, Prep Cooks, and Kitchen Stewards.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitized work area while following all tribal, city, state and federal health/food safety regulations and codes.
• Responsible for assigned venue/outlet/ kitchen areas are taken care of and all assigned duties are completed.
• Ensures that all venues are completely ready to open by designated time set by management.
• Responsible for all food storage areas (refrigeration, freezer, and dry storage), equipment, tools, floors, work stations and food prep areas are kept clean and organized, labeled and dated. As well as free from all clutter, trash and non-approved items.
• Works according to established procedures of the Casino.
• Maintains a good communication with team members and maintains a positive and professional work environment.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Education And Experience

High School Diploma or GED preferred plus three (3) years recent experience as a cook; at least 1 year of supervisory experience as a Lead Cook/Saucier or equivalent combination of experience and education. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s Card. Must be 18 years of age or older. No felony, theft or stealing convictions. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain a gaming license and to include the following:

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, And Certifications

• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen working environment.
• Knowledge of Sauce and stock making.
• Knowledge of meat and fish butchery.
• Knowledge of basic food and there uses.
• Knowledge of all food and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handlers card.
• Ability to obtain TIPS certification.
• Ability to communicate, read, and write clearly in basic English.
• Ability to demonstrate outstanding guest service at all times.
• Ability to work in a busy, fast paced environment.
• Ability to perform in a professional appearance and manner.
• Ability to be organized and coordinate task amongst team members and subordinates.
• Ability to read and write.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Ability to safely use and administer cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to prepare a variety of foods. Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
• Ability to teach culinary methods, techniques and principles to cooks in a clear manner.
• Ability to clearly communicate to all levels of management.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member will be required to stand for extended periods of time sometimes in the same place. The job will entail constant communication at all times to communicate where you are and to communicate the task at hand. The job will require you to use your hands constantly for cutting, grabbing, lifting, washing, touching, sensing and holding items. You will be required to walk often at a safe pace. The team member occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is generally performed in the casino’s kitchen area with exposure to heat, fumes and steam. Days, evenings, graveyards, holidays and/or weekend work are required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. Will work in all venues unless specified by Food & Beverage Management.