Master Cook - Novelle

Mohegan Pennsylvania; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun in Connecticut is seeking a line cook to prepare food, set up the cooking line, and fulfill customer orders. The role may involve leading roles when the Chef is unavailable.

You will follow established recipes, maintain a clean work area, and work in a fast-paced kitchen with flexible shifts. Strong knife skills and English communication are required.

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.

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
• Cleans food prep area after meal period

Skills

Verbal communication

Recipe literacy

Knife skills

Kitchen safety

Education

Culinary 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
• Able 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

Native American Preference

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.

Company Culture

What began in 1996 as a gaming destination in southeastern Connecticut with a handful of Team Members has expanded into a premier entertainment enterprise with over 10,000 team members across the globe. What drives our success is the centuries-old philosophy of the Mohegan Tribe “The Spirit of Aquai”. Its principles of welcoming, mutual respect, cooperation and building relationships have shaped our culture, and serve as the foundation that we live by with every guest and team member interaction today, and for generations to come.

Additional Information

This 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.