Prep Cook-Cantina

Sycuan Casino Resort; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sycuan is seeking a Prep Cook who will prepare vegetables, fruits and proteins by cutting, slicing, and chopping, under the direction of the Sous Chef, ensuring all foods meet health codes and casino standards. The role requires working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, maintaining sanitary work areas, following recipes, and collaborating with team members to deliver quality items on schedule.

Must have a San Diego County Food Handler Card and be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand long shifts,

Qualifications

• County of San Diego Food Handler Card.
• Cooking experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Provides kitchen with food products.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary cooking area.
• Maintains clean and orderly walk-in and storage areas.
• Performs other duties to support the department.

Skills

Food safety

Knife skills

Recipe execution

Math skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Standing 8 hours

Teamwork

English communication

Follow directions

Punctuality

Constructive feedback

Education

Food Handler Card (San Diego County)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of the designated venue Sous Chef, the Prep Cook prepares vegetables, fruits, and proteins by cutting, slicing, chopping and cleaning as set by Food & Beverage/Culinary Management; maintains all food, equipment and kitchens to set health codes and casino standards; maintains positive, team oriented and accommodating attitude toward guests (internal as well as external), fellow team members and management, at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

(Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)

• Provides kitchen with food products.Maintains a safe and sanitary cooking area.
• Maintains clean and orderly walk in and storage areas.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department

Job Specifications:

Education and Experience:

Essential:

• County of San Diego Food Handler Card
• Cooking experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen

Desirable:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Culinary degree

Skills and Knowledge:

Essential:

• Working knowledge of cooking temperature guidelines
• Ability to safely use knifes
• Ability to prepare menu items from recipes
• Ability to perform mathematical equations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for up to eight hours at a time
• Ability to bend and stoop
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
• Ability to interact effectively with guests and team members
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language
• Ability to understand and follow verbal directives and written directions
• Ability to accept constructive criticism
• Ability to appear for work on time

Desirable:

• Multi-lingual

Supervisory/Managerial Accountability:

Direct: None

Indirect: None