Prep Cook 13715 DDC - Waddell AZ White Tanks at San LucyJob Description Position SummaryUnder direct supervision of the Desert Diamond Casino- Phoenix Room Chef & Desert Diamond Casino- Phoenix Venue Manager. This position entails prepping food items learning of cookingbaking techniques and theories placing stock in proper storage areas cleaning and maintaining work areas and kitchens being an understudy of the cookpastry cook position and overall production for all Food & Beverage venues.This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesLearns to prepare a variety of foods quantities qualities styles according to the menu and demand of the business.Performs tasks set forth by superiors.Performs repetitive tasks.Uses and or learns proper knife skills cookingbaking techniques cookingbaking methods and terminology.Understands and follows standardized recipes when preparing all foods for all food venues and outlets.Understands and follows through with all assigned tasks.Clearly communicates with Cooks Lead Cooks Room Chefs and Venue Managers.Responsible for maintaining a clean organized and sanitized work area all while following all tribal city state and federal healthfood safety regulations and codes.Responsible for making sure that all areas of their assigned venueoutletkitchen are taken care of and all assigned duties are completed.Responsible for all foodstorage areas refrigeration freezer dry storage are kept clean organized labeled and dated.Responsible for all equipment tools floors work stations and food prep areas are kept clean and organized as well as free from all clutter trash and non-approved items.Works according to established procedures of the Casino.Responsible for being able to communicate well with team members while maintaining a positive and professional work environment.Contributes to a team effort and accomplishing all tasks.Performs other duties as required.Job Requirements Minimum QualificationsEducation and ExperienceHigh School Degree or GED preferred. Six months in a working kitchen or six months as a Kitchen Steward or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age or older. No felony theft or stealing convictions. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drugalcohol screen background investigation obtain and maintain gaming license and to include the followingKnowledge Abilities Skills and CertificationsAbility to learn to safely use kitchen equipment utensils tools and machinery.Ability to learn safe practices in a kitchen working environment.Ability to communicate read and write clearly in basic English.Ability to demonstrate outstanding guest service at all times.Ability to work in a busy fast paced environment.Ability to perform in a professional appearance and manner.Ability to be organized and coordinating task amongst team members.Ability to safely use and administer cleaning equipment and supplies.Knowledge of basic foods and there uses.Knowledge of all food safety regulations.Knowledge of metricstandard measurements.Ability to learn culinary methods techniques and principles.Ability to clearly communicate to all levels of management.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job the team member will be required to stand for extended periods of time sometimes in the same place. The job will entail constant communication at all times to communicate where you are and to communicate the task at hand. The job will require you to use your hands constantly for cutting grabbing lifting washing touching sensing and holding items. You will be required to walk often at a safe pace. The team member occasionally is required to sit and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The team member must regularly lift andor move up to 50 pounds.Work EnvironmentWork is generally performed in the Casinos kitchen area with exposure to heat fumes steam second hand smoke and a high noise level. Days evenings graveyards holidays andor weekend work are required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. Will work in all venues unless specified by Food & Beverage Management.