Line Cook - Shangri-La Resort

Shangrilaok; Monkey Island (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A beautiful resort in Monkey Island is seeking enthusiastic cooks for seasonal positions. Responsibilities include preparing food, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety. Ideal candidates will have cooking experience and strong communication skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent cooking experience or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of foods according to the menu and demand.
• Maintains clean and organized work areas, following health and safety regulations.
• Communicates with Room Chefs about food and product needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Knife Skills

Cooking Techniques

Butchery Techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The beautiful Shangri-La Resort, located at the tip of Monkey Island in the center of northeast Oklahoma's Grand Lake O' the Cherokees, is currently taking applications for seasonal workers. Are you looking for a rewarding seasonal job? We're hiring enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join our team starting now! Whether you're looking for a great way to earn extra income, gain hands-on experience, or work in a fun and fast-paced environment, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position entails using a wide array of cooking techniques to prepare food for enterprise guests, including basic skills in meat and fish butchery, preparation of stocks and sauces, proper storage of stocks, cleaning and maintaining work areas and kitchens, and overall production for all Food & Beverage venues.

Under the direct supervision of the Room Chef, the cook will be responsible for preparing foods according to standardized recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring all food safety regulations are followed.

REPORTS TO:

Sous Chef

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Cooks and prepares a variety of foods according to the menu and demand.
2. Uses proper knife skills, cooking techniques, and terminology.
3. Reads and follows standardized recipes.
4. Maintains clean and organized work areas, following health and safety regulations.
5. Communicates with Room Chefs about food and product needs.
6. Ensures all venues are ready to open on time.
7. Responsible for proper storage and labeling of food items.
8. Contributes to a team effort and performs other duties as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two years of recent cooking experience or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to pass a background check.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, safety practices, basic sauces, stocks, and butchery techniques.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing for long periods, constant hand use, walking, occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

High noise, heat, fumes, and steam in a restaurant and resort setting. May require morning, evening, holiday, and weekend shifts with irregular hours.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

• Deliver exceptional guest service and maintain Shangri-La's high standards.
• Follow work policies, be punctual, and adapt positively to changes.
• Adhere to safety and security policies, including chemical handling and emergency procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This description provides an overview and is not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Must pass a background check.