Under the direction of the Sous Chef, the Tribal Cook - School prepares cuisine items for guest consumption, utilizing only approved recipes. They are responsible for upholding directed cooking methods and ingredients as set by Food & Beverage/Culinary Management. This position maintains all food, equipment and kitchens to set health codes and tribal standards. The Tribal Cook - School maintains a positive, team oriented and accommodating attitude toward guests (internal as well as external), fellow team members, management, and owners at all times. They operate in representation of the culinary team’s best in class culture, while championing the goals and priorities of the Tribe in a manner that reflects and upholds the Tribal Community’s vision, mission and values. This venue is a high visibility food outlet due to serving the owners of the enterprise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensures consistent taste profiles and high-quality presentation of recipes. Ensures that all menu and a la carte items are strictly produced within the specified time range. Maintains a dedicated workstation and guarantees it is well provisioned for anticipated business flow.

2. Performs all cooking methods, including basic to elevated levels. Multitasks within various levels of cooking methods to secure no interruption in servicing of the guests. Possesses advanced knowledge of food products (meat, poultry, fish, produce, dry goods, etc.), as well as cuisine specific food products for specialty food production.  Possesses working knowledge of standard and specialty food equipment such as: Convection Ovens, Induction Ovens, Pizza Ovens and Blast Chillers; possesses advanced knife skills.

3. Demonstrates knowledge of the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) food rotation method. Labels and dates all food products at their respective station and the kitchen as a whole. Certifies expiration dates as well as correct temperatures are met and disposes of expired items properly.

4. Actively participates and maintains a clean and sanitary environment in all areas of the kitchen and food storage areas. Follows strict sanitation guidelines established by the Indian Health Department including temperatures and checklists.

5. Reports any injuries, accidents or possible unsafe work environment issues to management immediately when identified.

6. Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

 EDUCATIONAL, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Culinary arts degree from accredited school preferred.

• Minimum three (3) years experience in high-volume line cooking or production cooking in a full-service restaurant required.

• Dining establishment or food service establishment preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Demonstrates knowledge of elevated food preparation and high-quality presentation.

• Capable of following procedures and taking directions.

• Possesses the ability to read recipes, production lists and any other necessary collateral paperwork, such as diagrams and logs, to be able to perform necessary duties.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.

• Must obtain and maintain a current Food Handlers Card.

• As a condition of employment, candidates and incumbents are required to pass pre- and post-employment screening including Live-Scan, background, drug testing, and tuberculosis (TB) testing. 

• Select One of the Following: No Driving Responsibilities: Role does not require a driver’s license or insurance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Primary work environment is in a kitchen setting.

• Work may require travel to attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences.

• Incumbents may be required to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

• Strength sufficient to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40 pounds occasionally.

• Sedentary work: involves sitting some of the time. Can operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

• Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

• Hearing sufficient to hear conversational levels in person, via videoconference and over the telephone.

• Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.

• Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading and visual inspection of employees, visitors or facility.

• Mobility sufficient to safely move in an office environment, walk, stoop, bend and kneel, and enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle in the course of travel to promotional events, meetings, conferences, trade shows and San Manuel properties.

• Endurance sufficient to sit, walk and stand for extended periods, and maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift and during extended work hours.

• The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including secondhand smoke.

Reasonable accommodation will be made in compliance with all applicable law.

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