Lead Line Cook II: Station Mastery & Mentorship

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel; Camp Verde (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel in Camp Verde, AZ is seeking a Cook II to advance foundational culinary skills and independently operate assigned stations during service. You will prepare menu items according to recipes and presentation standards, maintain consistency in timing and product quality, and assist with training Cook I team members while upholding food safety and sanitation standards.

Applicants must pass a knife test, be 18+, eligible to work in the U.S., and be able to obtain an AZ Gaming

Qualifications

• Ability to follow recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain food handling and sanitation standards.
• Demonstrate reliability and consistency during service.
• Troubleshoot kitchen issues with minimal supervision.
• Pass knife test.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned cooking stations during service.
• Prepare menu items according to recipe specifications and presentation standards.
• Demonstrate consistency in execution, timing, and product quality.
• Assist with training and mentoring Cook I team members.
• Monitor product levels and communicate shortages proactively.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, and sanitation standards.
• Complete prep production accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with banquet production and special events as needed.
• Support kitchen leadership in maintaining operational standards.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house and back-of-house team members.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Station execution

Time management

Food quality standards

Team training

Independent work

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Cliff Castle Casino Hotel in Camp Verde, AZ is seeking a Cook II to advance foundational culinary skills and independently operate assigned stations during service. You will prepare menu items according to recipes and presentation standards, maintain consistency in timing and product quality, and assist with training Cook I team members while upholding food safety and sanitation standards.

Applicants must pass a knife test, be 18+, eligible to work in the U.S., and be able to obtain an AZ Gaming