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Specialty Cook- Fine Dining

Sycuan Casino Resort
El Cajon, CA, USA
Full-time

Job Purpose :

The Specialty Cook is primarily responsible for production and preparation of specialty food / menu items for guest consumption, and utilizes only approved recipes, cooking methods and ingredients as set by Food & Beverage / Culinary Management.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Note : Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)

  • Maintains the efficiency of kitchen operations
  • Assists with maintaining designated workstation throughout all levels of business flow
  • Ensures that recipes, flavor profiles, consistency in quality, appearance and production time are adhered to.
  • Ensures food service lines are fully stocked for forecasted business flow and restock as needed.
  • Possesses good understanding of the food rotation method FIFO and is directly responsible for ensuring labels and dating all food items on their designated stations.
  • Ensures all food items are within expiration dates or if not that they are disposed of and properly logged on waste sheets.
  • Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

Job Specifications

Education and Experience

Essential :

  • County of San Diego Food Handler Card
  • 6 months specialty cooking experience to include- woks, smokers, grills or sushi rolling

Desirable :

  • High School Diploma, High School Certificate of Completion, or G.E.D.
  • Supervisory experience
  • Culinary degree
  • California Driver’s License in good standing

Skills and Knowledge

Essential :

  • Working knowledge of safe food handling practices
  • Ability to work effectively with team members and guests
  • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language
  • Ability to provide guidance to staff
  • Ability to follow recipes and read production sheets
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
  • Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
  • Ability to understand verbal directives and written instructions
  • Ability to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds
  • Ability to accept constructive criticism
  • Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours at a time
  • Ability to bend, stoop, push and pull
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks
  • Ability to work in a smoking environment
  • Ability to appear for work on time
  • Ability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays

Desirable :

Multi Lingual

Supervisory / Managerial Accountability :

Direct : None

Indirect : None

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