Lead Cook

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a line cook who knows their way around a kitchen with minimal supervision. You’ll be responsible for preparing items for sale to preset specifications; some knife skills and attention to detail are required. You’ll need to follow all safety protocols in the kitchen and keep your workstation clean and equipment sanitized throughout your shift.

You must be able to read recipe directions and labels in English and operate a variety of kitchen equipment, including sharp knives and measuring tools. Some lifting, pulling, and bending are required. Familiarity with a variety of cuisines is required. If this sounds like a fit for you, we’d love to meet.

$21 hourly

• Abide by food safety guidelines and implement COVID-19 safety measures in all food prep areas and stations where food is prepared and kitchen equipment is used
• Keep all prep and workstation areas organized and equipment hygienic and sanitized at closing
• Read recipe measurements, meal charts, label instructions in English, and use the correct measuring tools
• Use the correct amounts of condiments, wash all fruits and vegetables to be peeled, diced, and sliced, slice meats, and mix a variety of sauces

• Always be Barona NICE to fellow staff and players; find every opportunity to offer a friendly smile, wave, and greeting.
• Friendly personality with a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Exhibit excellent player service skills to Barona’s players, friends, and family.
• Willingness to clarify any unclear instructions on food tickets with the manager.
• Arrive at work fully dressed, including your hat, apron, and current gaming badge.
• Clock in and be ready to work in your area at your scheduled time.
• Practice safe food handling techniques, including HACCP principles and State of California health codes as inspected by the Indian Gaming Health Service.
• Gather necessary cookware, portioning utensils, and food items for the shift.
• Practice proper product storage and product rotation (First In, First Out).
• Follow proper cleaning procedures.
• Assure that your station has correct food temperatures, and the area surrounding it is clean and well-stocked with necessary equipment, plates, and utensils.
• Report any incidents or problems at the stations to the supervisor on duty.
• Try to anticipate problems by being proactive and having a sense of urgency.
• Possess good knife skills, including safe knife handling and special tool handling principles.
• Follow the proper cleaning procedure.
• Follow proper breakdown and closing procedures.
• At the end of the shift, all food is to be covered, labeled, and placed in the walk-in or appropriate storage.

• We’d like you to have some kitchen experience and associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent, but it’s not necessary
• Able to read recipes, meal charts, and labels and understand directions in English
• You have the basic skills necessary to prep food for a chef/cook with minimal supervision expected
• Flexibility to work weekend hours and holidays if necessary, as well as some extended hours
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, as well as bend, pull heavy items, and stand on your feet for your entire shift

• Familiarity with different cooking techniques, such as stir frying, steaming, deep frying is required.

Barona Resort & Casino hires nice people who will back our promise of being The Happiest Casino on Earth and who will Welcome Home our Players and ensure that each of them has an experience that will make them return again and again.

Successful Barona staff members are friendly, fun-loving, outgoing, and helpful by nature. They thrive on building relationships with their fellow Barona family members – including players, staff, and our owners, the Barona Tribe. Staff members must possess a friendly personality and a desire to learn the necessary skills to be successful in their positions. Most importantly, all Barona staff members must uphold the three pillars of success — to be Clean, Polite, and Honest. When you become part of the Barona Family, you’ll enter into the exciting world of casino gaming, dining, and hospitality. Saying ‘yes’ to Barona will make you part of THE BEST CASINO!