Prep Cook

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of the designated venue Sous Chef, the Prep Cook prepares vegetables, fruits, and proteins by cutting, slicing, chopping and cleaning as set by Food & Beverage/Culinary Management; maintains all food, equipment and kitchens to set health codes and casino standards; maintains positive, team oriented and accommodating attitude toward guests (internal as well as external), fellow team members and management, at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

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

• Provides kitchen with food products. Maintains a safe and sanitary cooking area.
• Maintains clean and orderly walk in and storage areas.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary kitchen
• 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
• Cooking experience in a high-volume commercial kitchen

Desirable:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Culinary degree

Skills and Knowledge:

Essential:

• Working knowledge of cooking temperature guidelines
• Ability to safely use knifes
• Ability to prepare menu items from recipes
• Ability to perform mathematical equations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for up to eight hours at a time
• Ability to bend and stoop
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
• Ability to interact effectively with guests and team members
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language
• Ability to understand and follow verbal directives and written directions
• Ability to accept constructive criticism
• Ability to appear for work on time

Desirable:

• Multi-lingual

Supervisory/Managerial Accountability:

Direct:      None

Indirect:    None