Lead Cook - Miko's

Jena Choctaw Pines; Jena (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jena Choctaw Pines is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee grilling, frying, roasting, and grilling of meats, fish or poultry. You will be responsible for the efficient operation of the assigned kitchen areas and for training staff in all aspects of the kitchen.

The role requires adherence to recipes, SOPs, and sanitation standards, with duties including setting up and breaking down stations, labeling food, and supporting Food & Beverage management as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Culinary arts degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in a high-volume food operation; at least 1 year in a supervising role.

Responsibilities

• Operate grill, deep fryer, sauté and ovens proficiently.
• Train kitchen staff in all aspects of the kitchen.
• Follow recipes and SOPs.
• Delegate tasks and guide team members.
• Maintain sanitation and food safety principles.
• Set up and break down all stations; manage kitchen areas.
• Ensure proper dating, labeling and waste control.

Skills

Confidentiality

Professional relationships

Independent work

Teamwork

MSDS literacy

Read/write instructions

Education

High school diploma/GED

Culinary arts degree preferred

3+ years in high-volume food operation

Tools

Serve-safe certification

Job description

Lead Cook

SUPERVISOR: Miko’s Manager EXEMPT (Y/N): No

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Key Employee

SUMMARY

Responsible for the proper and efficient frying, roasting and grilling of all meats, fish or poultry. Accountable for the efficiency and operation of the areas of the kitchen they are assigned.

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to work the grill, deep fryer, sauté and ovens proficiently.
• Training staff in all aspects of the kitchen.
• Ability to follow recipes and SOP’s.
• Ability to take direction on multiple tasks and be able to delegate to team members.
• Ability to adapt to business needs as business dictates.
• Ability to get along with all team members.
• Must have great knife skills.
• Must be serve-safe oriented, knowledge of proper sanitation practices and systems.
• Must have knowledge of proper cooking temperatures and knows how to use a thermometer correctly.
• Must have ability to set-up and break-down all stations.
• Season all food, add garnish, sauce or vegetable, on the order, as determined by the Chef.
• Must understand the importance of “Clean as You Go” Concept.
• Assure that the kitchen and your designated area is closed down properly.
• All food must be wrapped, dated and labeled after each shift.
• Prepare for rush periods for buffet, sport bars and food carts effectively.
• Having a basic understanding of food cost and recipes.
• Open line of communication with the Food & Beverage management at Jena Choctaw Pines.
• Will occasionally train with the Food & Beverage management at Jena Choctaw Pines.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results.
• Must be able to read and understand (MSDS Sheets).
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal and written format.
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Must successfully pass drug screen and tribal gaming commission licensing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Kitchen staff

TRIBAL PREFERENCE POLICY

Members of the Jena Band of Choctaw Tribe shall be given absolute preference with respect to hiring, promotions, training, contracting and separation from employment. For persons who meet the minimum qualifications, preferential treatment shall be based on the following criteria and shall be given in the following order:

• Enrolled members of the Jena Band of Choctaw tribe who satisfy the minimum job qualifications;
• Spouses of enrolled members of the Jena Band of Choctaw who satisfy the minimum job qualifications;
• Enrolled members of other recognized tribes who satisfy the minimum job qualifications;
• Military Veterans;
• All others who satisfy the minimum job qualifications.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma/GED.
• Culinary arts degree preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in in a high volume food operation (a casino atmosphere preferred) with minimum one (1) year in a supervising role such a Head or Lead Cook.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to stand long periods of time in one location.
• Requires lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Requires transporting, pushing, pulling and maneuvering large loads weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Requires normal sense of smell, taste, touch and sound requires the use of electrical equipment and sharp utensils.
• Requires regular, consistent attendance.
• Work area may be small with heavy production.

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE

Serve-safe food handler card