Master Cook - TAO

200_Mohegan_Sun Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority - Mohegan Sun; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohegan Sun is seeking a skilled Culinary Specialist responsible for ensuring the quality and production of food menu items. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, assisting with inventory, and communicating effectively with kitchen teams.

Candidates should have at least four years of culinary experience in a high-volume setting and strong communication skills. Experience in pastry and sushi is preferred. This position may involve standing for long periods and lifting heavy items.

Qualifications

• Four years of culinary experience in a high volume, food and beverage operation.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and co‑workers in English.
• One year of previous pastry experience preferred.
• One year of sushi culinary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and consistency of all food menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station.
• Assist in taking inventory and creating daily prep list.
• Communicate product needs to the chefs and support staff.

Education

Culinary training or experience

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for ensuring quality, consistency, production and execution of all food menu items. Interacts with fellow employees and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality. Occasionally may assume a leadership role in the absence of the chef in charge.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook.
• Possess in‑depth knowledge of assigned recipes and execute them to company standard.
• Anticipate and accommodate guest needs.
• Handle all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.
• Assist in taking inventory and creating daily prep list.
• Accurately follow all orders received from the POS system and/or direction from the expeditor.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station, the kitchen and the entire venue.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co‑workers while being a team player.
• Possess general knowledge of the venue.
• Comply with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Work as part of a team and provide help and support to all fellow team members.
• Communicate product needs to the chefs, sous chefs and the support staff.
• Check cover counts, BEOs and/or Fire Sheets.
• Properly set‑up stations and other opening/closing procedures as directed by management.
• Stock station with prescribed supplies.
• Set "mise en place" following FIFO and company standards.
• Wipe down and sanitize station.
• Perform opening side‑work as prescribed.
• Perform closing side‑work as prescribed.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities

• Report all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attend and participate in daily pre‑service meetings (where applicable).
• Attend and participate in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portray a positive and professional attitude.

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.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with guests and co‑workers in English.
• One year of previous pastry experience preferred or culinary school.
• One year of sushi culinary experience preferred.
• Experience in a high‑volume culinary operation preferred.

Competencies

• Knowledge of Mohegan Sun corporate and department policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient operation of kitchen equipment.
• Intermediate working knowledge of food preparation and handling.
• Ability to read recipes and follow written directions.

Training Requirements

• Must complete all appropriate Human Resources Manager Training courses.
• Tao Group Hospitality in‑venue Pastry Cook training and Food Handling Certificate.
• Understanding of Time & Attendance system and Manager Self Service systems.
• Understanding of health and sanitation guidelines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May include duties requiring repetitive motion.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast‑paced and ever‑changing environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Work Shift

Regular shift.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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.

Disclaimer

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.