Lead Cook Vista

Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel; Snoqualmie (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Parking

Paid breaks

Gas discount

Concert & sports tickets

Job summary

Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel is seeking a talented Lead Cook to supervise kitchen operations, ensure high-quality food production, and maintain strict sanitation and portion control. You will train prep and line cooks while maintaining consistency across menus and service levels.

The role requires substantial fine-dining experience, fluency in English, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English language.
• Three years of fine dining A’ La Carte cooking experience or comparable experience.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment including grills, ovens and fryers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quality, quantity and timeliness of all food production.
• Train Prep Cooks and Line Cooks.
• Ensure presentation, portioning, garnishes and substitutions follow standards.
• Demonstrate menu knowledge and technique by memory.
• Follow all food storage, rotation, sanitation and cross-contamination procedures.

Skills

Fluency in English

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Grills

Roast-and-hold ovens

Convection ovens

Fryers

Job description

• Competitive Pay: Starting salary range of $28.20/hr - $29.61/hr, depending on experience, with opportunities for annual performance-based increases.
• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus competitive family rates starting after 60 days, with additional benefits such as 401(k), employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Generous PTO: Accrue 21 days of PTO in your first year, growing to 33 days after five (5) years, with an option to cash out twice annually.
• Everyday Perks: Free meals, parking, paid breaks, 40c/gallon gas discount, and exciting giveaways like concert and sports tickets.
• Growth & Support: Access to tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and Employee Assistance Program.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Pay Rate: $28.20/hr - $29.61/hr

Shift: Swing, weekend required

Position Type: Full-time, non-exempt

A FULL HOUSE OF TOTAL REWARDS

• Competitive Pay: Starting salary range of $28.20/hr - $29.61/hr, depending on experience, with opportunities for annual performance-based increases.
• Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus competitive family rates starting after 60 days, with additional benefits such as 401(k), employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Generous PTO: Accrue 21 days of PTO in your first year, growing to 33 days after five (5) years, with an option to cash out twice annually.
• Everyday Perks: Free meals, parking, paid breaks, 40c/gallon gas discount, and exciting giveaways like concert and sports tickets.
• Growth & Support: Access to tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and Employee Assistance Program.

PURPOSE

• To provide leadership and a high level supervision. To set an example of communication skills between all team members including front-of-house staff. To provide guests with the best quality foods in a timely fashion. To assist the Chef de Cuisine, Sous Chef and Executive Sous Chef in maintaining high standards of food quality and kitchen sanitation.

SUPERVISORY SCOPE

• None

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quality, quantity and timeliness of all food production
• Responsible for training of Prep Cooks and Line Cooks.
• Ensure the presentation, portioning, food compatibility, garnishes, substitution procedures are followed consistently.
• Demonstrate knowledge of menu items and standards by memory.
• Implement all F&B procedures for food storage, rotation, spoilage, sanitation and prevention of cross-contamination.
• Responsible for following recipes, times and temperatures in order to produce high quality and consistent products.
• Responsible for conforming to all Indian Health Services standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma / GED; Recognized Equivalent of a High School Diploma (RED) or Foreign High School Diploma (FHD).
• Three (3) years of fine dining A’ La Carte cooking experience or comparable/current Cross-Over experience in the venue.
• Thorough working knowledge of butchering, mother sauces, and plate presentation.
• Proven working knowledge of kitchen design and the operation of grills, roast-and-hold ovens, conventional and convection ovens, fryers, etc.
• Must pass with a minimum score on the Lead Cook probationary exam.

Skills And Abilities

• Fluency in English language

Preferred

Education and Experience

• Six (6) months of light to moderate baking.
• Two (2) years of culinary school.

Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel exercises Snoqualmie Tribal Member/Native American preference in hiring, in compliance with the Snoqualmie Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO). You must obtain and maintain a Gaming License from the Snoqualmie Gaming Commission. Pre-employment drug testing is required for all positions. The use of marijuana will not disqualify an applicant for positions in any department other than Transportation (Valet, Driver I). DOT panel testing is required for the Driver position.

Salary Description

$28.20/hr - $29.61/hr