Production Cook

Cherokee Nation Entertainment; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Production Cook position at Cherokee Nation Entertainment in Oklahoma prepares and cooks meals for the Grill & Chill Employee Dining Room, adhering to recipes, portions, and production schedules to ensure consistent quality and timely service.

Work with the culinary team in a fast-paced, sanitary kitchen, maintaining cleanliness, proper labeling, stock management, and safe handling of food while supporting flexible schedules including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and food safety/sanitation procedures.
• Ability to prepare large-volume meals while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and grab-and-go items for the Employee Dining Room.
• Follow recipes, production sheets, and portion guidelines for consistency.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory and supplies.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization of workstations and equipment.
• Monitor food quality and temperatures during service.
• Promote food safety and proper waste minimization.

Skills

Food safety

Food preparation

Teamwork

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Production Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals for the Grill & Chill Employee Dining Room in accordance with established recipes, portion standards, and production schedules. This position plays an essential role in providing quality meals to employees by maintaining food quality, minimizing waste, and ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen. The Production Cook works collaboratively with the culinary team to provide timely service while maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and grab-and-go menu items for the Employee Dining Room.
• Follow standardized recipes, production sheets, and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring, seasoning, and assembling food items.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and cooking temperatures throughout meal service.
• Replenish serving lines and food stations to ensure adequate product availability during service.
• Properly label, rotate, store, and handle food in accordance with food safety and HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, food preparation areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory and supplies.
• Minimize food waste by utilizing proper production planning and storage techniques.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report equipment issues to management.
• Work cooperatively with team members to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
• Follow all company policies, health department regulations, and sanitation standards.
• Promote the Big Six values: Fun, Friendly, Quick, Comfortable, Clean, and Safe.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of cooking or food preparation experience in a commercial kitchen, cafeteria, restaurant, or institutional food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to prepare large-volume meals while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be available to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Comfortable working in kitchen environments with heat, noise, and occasional exposure to secondhand smoke in casino areas.

About Us

Do you like jobs that rock? Are you fun and highly motivated? Do you like to take on team-based challenges and deliver high-quality work? If so, then you may be a great candidate for our Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa team!
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma’s premier gaming and resort destination. This award-winning resort features 2,600+ electronic, poker and table games, 35,000+ square feet of ultramodern meeting and convention space, an 18-hole championship golf course, multiple food and entertainment venues, and a 2,700-seat event center. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is the flag ship of Cherokee Nation Businesses’ hospitality division.

Here's What Awaits You

• Health & Wellness: Choose from top-notch health plans, 24/7 Telemedicine access , and on-site health clinics (at select locations).
• Financial Security: Grow your future with a generous 401(k) match and paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible spending accounts , maternity/ paternity leave , and voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.
• And More: Earn incentives based on performance, refer friends and get rewarded, and enjoy discounts and holiday appreciation gifts .

About The Team

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country . As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.

Step Into a World Of Possibilities

• Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms .
• Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.
• Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic.
• Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home . We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.

Company:Cherokee Nation Entertainment