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Job Purpose:Under the direction of the designated venue Sous Chef, the Cook II prepares specialty cuisine items as well as standard menu items for guest consumption utilizing only approved recipes, cooking methods and ingredients as set by Food & Beverage/Culinary Management; maintains all food, equipment and kitchens to set health codes and casino standards; maintains positive, team oriented and accommodating attitude toward guests (internal as well as external), fellow team members and management, at all times.Job Duties and Responsibilities:(Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at the sole discretion of Sycuan Management at any time)Maintains designated workstation.Ensures recipes are consistent in flavor profiles, quality, and appearance.Knowledge of basic food products.Knowledge of standard and specialty food production equipment.Ability to sufficiently perform basic cooking methodsPossesses proficient knife skills.Understands the food rotation method "FIFO".Ability to read food order tickets.Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.Job Specifications:Education and Experience:Essential:County of San Diego Food Handler Card1 years casual and/or fine dining cooking experienceDesirable:High School Diploma or G.E.D.Culinary degreeCalifornia Driver's License in good standingCasino experienceSkills and Knowledge:Essential:Working knowledge of safe food handling practicesAbility to work effectively with team members and guestsAbility to communicate effectively in the English languageAbility to follow recipes and read production sheetsAbility to maintain professionalism and composureAbility to perform simple mathematical calculationsAbility to understand verbal directives and written instructionsAbility to routinely lift and carry 50 poundsAbility to accept constructive criticismAbility to stand and walk for up to eight hours at a timeAbility to bend, stoop, push and pullAbility to perform repetitive tasksAbility to multitaskAbility to work in a smoking environmentAbility to appear for work on timeDesirable:Multi LingualSupervisory/Managerial Accountability:Direct: NoneIndirect: None