Master Cook - Crafty Slice

200_Mohegan_Sun Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

200_Mohegan_Sun Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun is seeking a dedicated food preparer to assist in our busy kitchen environment. The role involves preparing food for service, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring quality output in accordance with our established standards.

The ideal candidate will have culinary experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate kitchen equipment safely. Join us in providing exceptional dining experiences in a premier establishment.

Qualifications

• Four years of culinary experience in a high volume, food and beverage operation.
• Effective communication with guests and co‑workers in English.
• Understanding of health and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for service and fills customer orders.
• Follows written recipes and prepares food according to established standards.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area.

Skills

Good verbal communication skills

Ability to read recipes and follow written directions

Advanced knife skills

Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of kitchen equipment

Education

Four years of culinary experience or two years of culinary training plus two years of experience

Job description

Position 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

• Prepares food for service, sets up the cooking line and fills customer orders
• Follows all written and established recipes and prepares food according to established standards
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work area

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans food prep area after meal period

Minimum 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 considered. Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and co‑workers in English.

Competencies

• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to read recipes and follow written directions
• Advanced knife skills
• Ability to produce quality work on all stations in the kitchen
• Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of kitchen equipment

Training Requirements

Understanding of health and sanitation guidelines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Fast‑paced kitchen environment. Must be able to stand for long periods of time with frequent lifting and bending. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. Must be able to work various shifts and flexible hours.

Work Shift

Regular.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.