Line Cook

$18. - $25. DOB Job Summary: The Line Cook position is responsible for preparing all types of hot and cold food items in the dining areas of the enterprise. The Team Member performs duties related to preparation of food and beverage items prepared for the restaurant outlets. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for providing high quality, fresh hot and cold food items using standardized recipes and methods of preparation. Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing their areas to create a safe and sanitary environment for internal and external guests. Maintains a neat and orderly food preparation environment by cleaning in a timely manner immediately following preparation. Maintains knowledge of food costs and performs job responsibilities in a manner that minimizes waste and improves financial performance. Sample food prepared to ensure highest quality levels at all times. Maintains correct PAR levels. Must be familiar with common culinary terms and methods regarding broiling, braising, roasting, poaching, sauce preparation, and meat carving among other methods. Delegates food preparation to other kitchen team members and provides supervision when necessary. Prepares individual food items on a consistent basis with little or no variation in terms of appearance and taste as it relates to single food items. Maintains ability and willingness to prepare all food items sold by the enterprise according to recipe. Possesses or develops high skill levels in all areas of the kitchen and deli and maintains a working vocabulary of common culinary terminology. Easily adapts to changes in menu preparation and production methods. Maintains responsibility for kitchen safety and sanitation, as well as care of kitchen equipment. Practices proper personal sanitary procedures. Responds properly to customer preferences and concerns. Maintains a dependable work attendance record. Communicates in a positive, respectful manner to both internal and external guests. Abide by all Arizona State Liquor Laws Title 4, and Colorado River Indian Tribes Alcohol Beverage Ordinance. Abide by Guest Service Agreement for BlueWater Resort & Casino. Abide by F & B department policies and procedures. Performs all functions in accordance with Tribal, Federal, State Health & Safety Regulations, Gaming Regulations, and BlueWater Resort & Casino policies and procedures. All other duties as assigned (job description permitting), or as approved by the Tribal Gaming Agency. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. All Employees must be knowledgeable to all Company policies and procedures. Operates a broad range of kitchen equipment including stoves, broilers, deep fryers and other food preparation equipment, and uses hand tools, knives and other related small wares. Accurately reads food ticket orders. Must possess excellent guest service skills, strong telephone etiquette and be a self-starter with the ability to multitask, follow-up and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimum supervision. Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, business-like and respectful manner which focuses on generating a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment. Ability to clearly communicate, read and write in English. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written or verbal form. Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment. Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 5’s, 10’s and 100’s. Ability to understand the basic use of weight and volume measurements. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as to gain the cooperation of guests and fellow team members.