Master Cook - Banquets

Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; Mohegan (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun is seeking a skilled cook for a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. You will prepare food for service, set up the cooking line, and fulfill customer orders, following established recipes and standards.

Candidates should have four years of culinary experience or two years of training plus two years of experience, and must communicate well in English. Native American Preference applies.

Qualifications

• Four years of culinary experience in a high-volume operation.
• Two years culinary training plus two years of experience may be considered.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and co-workers in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for service, sets up the cooking line and fills customer orders.
• Follows all recipes and establishes standards for food quality and safety.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.

Skills

Culinary Experience

English Communication

Advanced Knife Skills

Reading Recipes

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIESIF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITEPosition Summary:This position prepares food for service, sets up the cooking line and prepares food in designated stations to fill customer orders. Sometimes assumes a leadership role in the absence of the Chef in charge.Primary Duties and Responsibilities: includes but not limited to:Prepares food for service, sets up the cooking line and fills customer ordersFollows all written and established recipes and prepares food according to established standardsMaintains a clean and sanitary work areaSecondary Duties and Responsibilities:Cleans food prep area after meal periodMinimum Education and Qualifications:Four years of culinary experience in a high volume, food and beverage operation or two years of culinary training plus two years of experience may be consideredMust be able to effectively communicate with guests and co-workers in EnglishCompetencies: Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position:Good verbal communication skillsAble to read recipes and follow written directionsAdvanced knife skillsAbility to produce quality work on all stations in the kitchenKnowledge of safe and efficient operation of kitchen equipmentTraining Requirements:Understanding of health and sanitation guidelinesPhysical Demands and Work Environment:Fast paced kitchen environmentMust be able to stand for long periods of time with frequent lifting and bendingMust be able to lift up to 40 lbs.Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hoursThis is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Mohegan Sun reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary.Work Shift:RegularKnock, knock. Hear that sound? That's opportunity!.Mohegan Sun practices Native American Preference in hiring. \"Native American\" means an individual who is a duly enrolled member of the Mohegan Tribe or any group of Native Americans recognized by the Mohegan Tribe, The United States of America, or the State of Connecticut.