Senior Specialty Cuisine Cook

sanmanuel; Highland (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

San Manuel is seeking a Cook III (Specialty Cook) under the direction of the Sous Chef to prepare specialty cuisine items for guests on designated shifts. You will utilize specialty skill sets, follow approved recipes, maintain FIFO labeling, and ensure all food is within expiration dates.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean workstation, multitasking across cooking methods, reading production lists, and training staff. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Culinary arts degree from accredited school preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years' experience working in high-volume line cooking or production cooking in a full-service dining establishment or food service establishment required.
• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining workstation and ensure recipes, flavor profiles, and production times are followed.
• Possess advanced knowledge of food products and standard equipment; multitask across basic cooking methods.
• Read and follow recipes and logs; train cook staff on proper usage.
• Report injuries or unsafe conditions to management.
• Perform other duties to support efficient department operation.

Skills

Knife skills

Advanced cooking

FIFO knowledge

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary arts degree

Job description

San Manuel is seeking a Cook III (Specialty Cook) under the direction of the Sous Chef to prepare specialty cuisine items for guests on designated shifts. You will utilize specialty skill sets, follow approved recipes, maintain FIFO labeling, and ensure all food is within expiration dates.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean workstation, multitasking across cooking methods, reading production lists, and training staff. Flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.