F&B IHOP Cook / Part-Time
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Reports to:Head CookJob Summary:Under the direction of the Head Cook, the Cook performs a variety of tasks and duties which include preparing, seasoning and cooking, while conforming to food safety standards.Essential Functions:* Ensure compliance with the applicable Tribal, Federal and other laws and gaming regulations and Kickapoo Lucky Eagle policies and procedures.* Ensure the highest possible standards of guest services by properly listening and responding to guest and team member concerns and questions.* Responsible for providing high quality, fresh hot and cold food items in a timely manner using standardized recipes and methods of preparation.* Prepare food items on a consistent basis with little to no variation in terms of appearance and taste.* Ensure consistent use of approved recipes, practice portion control and strive to control or minimize waste.* Control food production to include proper cooking methods, proper cooking times and temperatures and ensure sanitation practices are followed closely.* Ensure proper food storage and food preparation times.* Properly label and date all food items placed in refrigeration coolers and rotate items appropriately.* Organize, maintain and clean refrigerated and dry storage areas.* Maintain a sanitized and organized work station free of debris at all times during shift.* Clean workstations immediately following food preparation.* Understand food costs and perform job responsibilities in a manner that minimizes waste and improved financial performance.* Maintain meat, poultry, sea-food, frozen and perishable goods at required cooking, defrosting and holding temperatures.* Maintain up to date with safe cooking and holding temperatures according to food safety standards.* Understand and follow common culinary terms and methods regarding broiling, braising, roasting, poaching, sauce preparation and meat carving; among other methods.* Plan and organize the work day and ensure daily goals are met.* Maintain responsibility for kitchen safety and sanitation; as well as care of kitchen equipment.* Operate a broad range of kitchen equipment including but not limited to; stoves, cook tops, broilers, deep fryers, hand tools, microwaves, blenders, cutters, processors and knives.* Report any injuries immediately and practice proper hand washing and sanitation guidelines.* Prepare food for special events and caters for meetings when assigned.* Taste check and sample prepared food items to ensure quality.* Demonstrate and promote KLECH core values and MAD skills.* Manage and maintain security of confidential information entrusted to position.* Attend and satisfactorily complete all required training as assigned.* Monitor compliance with Federal currency transaction reporting requirements, Title 31 requirements and IRS Currency Transaction Reports and property established Anti-Money Laundering policies. Maintain accurate MTL, MIL, CTR and SAR as needed.* The essential functions listed above are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities pertinent to this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the Director.* Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements to Qualifications:* Six (6) months experience as a cook preferred.* Professional training through culinary education, preferred.* Must be able and willing to follow established recipes.* Communication skills in English both written and oral, preferred. Spanish or other language skills a plus.Other Criteria:Qualified Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Members and qualified Native American preference is observed.Skills and Abilities:* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.* Ability to maintain effective relationships with the General Manager, Directors, Managers and all staff.* Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, stressful environment.* Ability to meet multiple deadlines and multi-task.* Ability to have strong critical thinking, analytical and guest service skills.* Must possess a positive attitude with strong organizational and leadership qualities.* Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.* Ability to understand complex instructions and material.* Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers of all levels.* Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.* Ability to maintain confidentiality.* Ability to follow and comply with established Casino guest service programs.Physical Demands:* While performing the duties of this position, the team member is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, climb and bend for extended periods; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen on a regular basis.* The team member must be able to concentrate for prolonged periods.* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.* The team member must be able to communicate effectively in person or using telecommunications equipment.* The team member must have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, touch-screen display, telephone and calculator.* Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.Work Environment:* Back of the house, casino floor and normal office setting.* Frequent walking and standing in a smoke filled environment and frequent contact with the general public.* Temperature controlled environment with varying noise levels. May be exposed to high levels of noise throughout the day.* Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required including nights, weekends and holidays.* Must be able to perform under pressure and work long hours under stressful conditions.* May be exposed to the risks associated in attempting to resolve issues with difficult guests and extremely irate staff members.* May be exposed to various types of lighting including, but not limited to: artificial fluorescent lights, flashing lights, strobe lights, multiple colored lights, etc.* Travel may be required to perform one or more essential functions of this position.Conditions of Employment:* Must be able to obtain and retain a KTTT Gaming Commission License, including successful completion of background check necessary to obtain and maintain license. Responsible to keep all documents current and valid at all times.* Must be able to provide authorization to work in the United States.* Must be at least 18 years of age.* Must have access to reliable transportation to commute to and from work.* Must comply with KLEC handbook, internal policy and procedures, and gaming regulations set within KLEC.