JOY LEAD COOK in Indio, California at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino

Summary:

Carry out the policies of the department and company. Responsible for preparation of food items according to specified standards. Assist in all areas of kitchen production. Help maintain proper sanitation in all areas. Help stock and rotate product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Advanced knowledge of Asian food products and preparation.
• Able to direct and lead the cooks and able to manage kitchen in the absence of the chef and sous chefs.
• Able to maintain proper use, cleaning and handling of all equipment and product.
• Can assist in any area of kitchen as needed.
• Knowledge of Asian sauces, soups and other cooking preparations required.
• Knowledge of proper meat temperatures required.
• Knowledge of kitchen and storage rotation.
• Must ensure the highest degree of sanitation is kept to at all times.
• Must maintain proper uniform and nametag at all times.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.
• Prior line cooking experience preferred with knowledge of wok cooking.

This position is not limited to those duties listed in the job description. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced or deleted to meet business needs of the company.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• Intermediate knife handling skills.
• Advanced cooking knowledge.
• Basic math skills. Written and verbal understanding of English.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Sanitation certificate and/or serve safe license required.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

Work entails various conditions of noise levels, temperature, illumination, air quality, crowding, balance and handling of sharp and hot objects. Long hours with over time required at times. Work requires knowledge and use of chemicals and electrical equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees working in the Casino or Bowling Center may be exposed to second-hand smoke and moderate levels of noise.