Production Cook

Job Description

The Production Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals for the Grill & Chill Employee Dining Room in accordance with established recipes, portion standards, and production schedules. This position plays an essential role in providing quality meals to employees by maintaining food quality, minimizing waste, and ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen. The Production Cook works collaboratively with the culinary team to provide timely service while maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, dinner, and grab-and-go menu items for the Employee Dining Room.
• Follow standardized recipes, production sheets, and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, measuring, seasoning, and assembling food items.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, and cooking temperatures throughout meal service.
• Replenish serving lines and food stations to ensure adequate product availability during service.
• Properly label, rotate, store, and handle food in accordance with food safety and HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, food preparation areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory and supplies.
• Minimize food waste by utilizing proper production planning and storage techniques.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report equipment issues to management.
• Work cooperatively with team members to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
• Follow all company policies, health department regulations, and sanitation standards.
• Promote the Big Six values: Fun, Friendly, Quick, Comfortable, Clean, and Safe.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of cooking or food preparation experience in a commercial kitchen, cafeteria, restaurant, or institutional food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to prepare large-volume meals while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler's Card.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be available to work flexible schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Comfortable working in kitchen environments with heat, noise, and occasional exposure to secondhand smoke in casino areas.

About Us

For more than two decades, Cherokee Casino has been Oklahoma's premier destination for gaming, live entertainment and extraordinary experiences. The brand currently owns and operates nine properties across Northeastern Oklahoma. Each features its own unique offerings yet all share in Cherokee Casino's commitment to quality.

Guests can enjoy slots and table games, multiple hotels, a delicious array of dining options, live entertainment from local and national acts, horse racing, golf, a KOA campground, meeting and event space, and monthly promotions. Cherokee Casino also offers players impressive perks and benefits through One Star Rewards. As the brand continues to expand its offerings and footprint, Cherokee Casino remains dedicated to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home.

Here's what awaits you:

• Health & Wellness: Choose from top-notch health plans, 24/7 Telemedicine access, and on-site health clinics (at select locations).

• Financial Security: Grow your future with a generous 401(k) match and paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible spending accounts, maternity/ paternity leave, and voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.

• And More: Earn incentives based on performance, refer friends and get rewarded, and enjoy discounts and holiday appreciation gifts .

About the Team

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country . As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.

Step into a world of possibilities:

• Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms .

• Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.

• Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic.

• Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home . We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.

Company: Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Job Info

• Job Identification 31663
• Job Category Food and Beverage
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Varies
• Locations Catoosa - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (OK) (On-site)