Assistant Cook

PALA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS

HUMAN RESOURCES PMB#50, 35008 Pala Temecula Rd. PALA, CA 92059

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Assistant Cook

Department/Division: Kitchen / SeniorDept.

Status:Regular /Full-Time

Supervisor: SeniorDirector, Kitchen Supervisor

Subordinates:None

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Kitchen Supervisor, the assistant cook isresponsible for supporting food preparation in compliance with food safetyregulations, company standards, and consumer expectation. The assistant cookwill maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, manage/record supplieseffectively, and assist in controlling food costs and minimizing waste.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily/weekly responsibilities:

Manage the inventory of supplies and equipment.Ensure proper rotation and storage of food supplies.Check the quantity and quality of received products.Cook and prepare diverse meals, whether for everyday service or specialevents and guests.Sanitize and inspect galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and workspace toensure they are clean and fully operational.Assist with sanitation of cooking equipment, such as pots, pans, andutensils.Help maintain and ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining area.Supports staff members in performing daily tasks.

Performs other duties as assigned.

In the absence of Kitchen Supervisor:

Supervise activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensuretimely delivery of meals and services.Coordinate timing of food production activities.Assists staff members in carrying out daily activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of food safety & sanitation, keeping within health codes.Knowledge of federal, state, and local sanitation regulations.Ability to work in a clean and professional manner while under pressure.Ability to interpret food service safety regulations.Ability to make quick and sound decisions.Ability to demonstrate respect and courteousness to coworkers, Tribalemployees, community members, and vendors.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or Equivalent plus one (1) year previous work experiencein food services in a full service kitchen.Must obtain San Diego County Food Handlers card prior to beginningemployment.Must have or obtain a CPR certification, and First Aid card within the first90 days of employment.Must pass a TB test if requested.Must have a valid California Driver's License.A background check will be required.Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (includingmarijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians.Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing during employment.Indian Preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will givehiring preferences to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members.Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Employee Handbook of the PalaBand of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicableaddendum's.

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