Line Cook - Part Time

Position Summary
The Cook is a part of the Food & Beverage team and a crucial part of delivering quality food and service to the Guests of STC's dining outlets. The Cook prepares high quality dishes and ensures presentation standards are followed. The Cook works with their team and delivers guest satisfaction in accordance with the STC Mission Statement.
Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for putting food orders away in their respectful area.
• Will work all stations on the line as necessary.
• Responsible for practicing quality checks and ensuring items are up to quality standards and not expired and/or spoiled.
• Performs as a team member with; Line Cooks, Dishwashers, Supervisors, Chefs, Servers, Utility, and pertinent company Employees in producing a smooth and efficiently run operation on a scheduled shift.
• Ensure workstation is kept clean and neat.
• Ensure quality of plating and presentation.
• Prepare stocks, soups and mother sauces and ensure quality taste and product are a priority.
• Ensure that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition.
• Ensure the proper closing down of workstations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with "Front of the House" staff.
• Follows all recipes and control procedures.
• Assist with portion control and product quality for service.
• Responsible for always maintaining a clean and sanitary area in full accordance with State Health Regulations.
• Must learn and ensure policies and procedures are being followed per the departments' Internal Controls.
• Conduct quality line checks as required.
• Must be able to receive and check in food, supplies and other deliveries with accuracy as necessary.
• Responsible for keeping all shelves, including dry storage, coolers and freezer organized.
• Ensure the proper storing and handling of all food products during and after shift to minimize waste and spoilage.
• Must adhere to our customer service standards by providing excellent customer service.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQURIEMENTS

• Will be required to be on feet for extended periods of time.
• May occasionally be exposed to secondhand cigarette smoke.
• Must have high standards of safety and cleanliness.
• Must be aware of slippery surfaces and any safety issues that may arise from time to time.
• Must be able to move effectively and efficiently throughout work areas.
• Work in varying noise levels, the severity of which depends upon customer volume.
• Must take caution when operating kitchen appliances, appliances, and knives.
• Proper clothing is provided; however, the Cook must ensure they are wearing appropriate nonslip black shoes in the kitchen.
• Kitchen area is subject to extreme heat and cold.
• The Cook must be able to lift, push, pull or carry up to 50 pounds regularly.

Job Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of and ability to prepare stocks, soups, and mother sauces
• This position is in one of STC's dining outlets which is a part of the Spokane Tribe Casino, a 24-7 operation. Must have flexibility in availability and be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Must be willing and able to learn new skills.
• Must be able to work as a team and communicate effectively.
• Must have at least three (3) years of progressive cooking experience with at least one years of experience cooking in a dinner house, and/or through the completion of a culinary arts degree or recognized apprenticeship and one year dinner house cooking experience.