Cook III

Cook III - 32873We are currently looking for a Part Time 38 Cook III to join our Ada Travel Gaming Sr Operations team located at the Chickasaw Travel Stop #555.Summary: Performs food preparation and service of all menu items as specified through recipes, pictures and additional instructions by the kitchen management team. Perform flawless quality production with service that exceeds guests' expectations consistently as outlined.Responsibilities:Provides first class customer service to both internal and external customers and responds to inquiries, compliments, and/or complaints with professionalism, courtesy, and efficiencyCompletes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunitiesWorks in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all typesMaintains a clean, organized work area and ensures a safe environmentMaintains and promotes professionalismPunctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metricsAdheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standardsMaintains knowledge of and follows all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines for assigned areaAssists in preparation of orders for food and food service products for cost effectiveness and efficiency of operationEnsures appropriate temperature, labeling and storage of food and food products to avoid contamination and ensure qualityMaintains proper sanitation and safety practicesEnsures cleanliness, maintenance, safety and sanitation of kitchen and or other assigned areas and reports all necessary problems immediatelyCooks, prepares, assembles and plates all food in a tasteful and timely mannerWorks with Catering Team to execute catering needsConfidently opens and closes a kitchen and front of house production lineMonitors ongoing quality through tasting, smelling, and observing food to ensure consistency with recipes and appearance standardsAbility to prepare food for service including but not limited to chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, cutting fruit, preparing meats and stocking inventory appropriatelyFollows prescribed menus and recipesPerforms all other duties as assignedCompetencies:Able to follow instructions, both written and oralEnsures complianceAble to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirementsFocus on a single task for prolonged periods of timeMust be detail-orientedAbility to work independentlyHonesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountabilityAble to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelinesKnowledge of the methods and practices used in food preparation, serving and storageOrganizes work and assigned area logically and orderlyWorks well within a teamOrganizational and time-management abilitiesAbility to plan, organize and follow through on assignmentsAbility to train individuals or small groups on specific tasks or procedures and engage with different learning stylesAble to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and managementSkills:Must be able to operate various kitchen equipmentExperience:No prior experience requiredEducation:High School, GED or EquivalentCredentials:Pass general background checkStandard Driver's LicenseServSafe CertificationWorking Conditions:Fast-paced environmentFood serviceWorks in a kitchen environmentOrganizedStructuredTeam-orientedVarious kitchen equipmentSubject to kitchen hazards such as burns, knives, slippery floors etc.Communications written, verbalCommunication with groupsEffective work relationships inside and outside organizationInteracts with clinical, support, technical, professional or management staff in a variety of settings and situationsPass pre-employment drug testSometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reachHand-eye coordination, reach and graspManual dexteritySometimes lift and or carry up to 50 lbsLight to non-strenuous workAble to smell and distinguish food flavor qualityStanding up to 75% of shiftAble to taste and distinguish food flavor qualityWalking up to 75% of shiftMay work rotating shiftsTraining:It is the responsibility of each employee to attend required training for their position or profession as determined by their line of support (LOS) or the leadership of the Chickasaw Nation. It is the responsibility of those who supervise, manage or otherwise lead employees or teams to ensure each employee has access to and receives all required training.Mission, Vision & Core Values:Mission: To enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people.Vision: To be a nation of successful and united people with a strong cultural identity.Core Values:The Chickasaw PeopleCultural IdentityServant LeadershipSelflessnessCan Do AttitudePerseveranceStewardshipTrust and RespectLoyaltyHonesty and IntegrityTeamwork