Culinary/Utility Worker

Job Title: Culinary/Utility Worker

Supervision Received: Executive Chef, Head Chef, Kitchen Manager, or General Manager

Supervision Exercised: N/A

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist cooks and chefs with basic food preparation tasks, including washing, peeling, cutting, portioning, and assembling ingredients.

- Prepare simple menu items and ingredients according to established recipes and instructions.

- Set up and replenish food preparation stations.

- Transport food, supplies, and equipment throughout the kitchen as needed.

- Assist with receiving, storing, labeling, and rotating food products.

- Follow proper food handling and storage procedures.

- Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment using approved cleaning methods.

- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen work areas, floors, storage rooms, and food preparation surfaces.

- Remove trash and recycling materials and transport them to designated disposal areas.

- Clean and sanitize equipment according to established procedures.

- Maintain adequate supplies of cleaning materials and report shortages.

- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standard.

- Support other kitchen staff as needed to ensure efficient operations Lead by example through professionalism, teamwork, and strong work ethic.

- Collaborate with servers, kitchen staff, and management to ensure smooth operations.

General Responsibilities:

- Actively participate in departmental and company training programs, as required.

- Notify appropriate staff members when assistance is needed.

- Demonstrate an upbeat and outgoing demeanor, while on duty.

- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, laws, internal policies/procedures, and internal control protocols.

- Promote outstanding customer relations.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education

- Hight school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience

- No previous experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Must be able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, and policies

- Knowledgeable on drink mixing techniques and alcohol serving requirements.

- Must be able to follow all instructions, written and oral.

- Knowledgeable in the area of clean and safe food preparation.

- Must be able to handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.

- May be required to be able to lift up to fifty (50) lbs.

- Must be able to walk for long periods of time; must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl

- Must be able to work in fast paced environment

- Must be able to work flexible schedule including; evenings, weekends, holidays and promotional events

- Must be able to work in a smoke-filled casino environment

- Must be able to handle alcohol cut-offs/possibly confrontational situations with guests.

Licenses/Certifications/Other:

- Must be able to pass a background check and receive a license or permit from any Regulatory Agency (Oklahoma ABLE Commission, Gaming Commission, etc.), if applicable to perform the essential job functions

- Must pass a pre-employment drug test

- Must already possess or be able to immediately obtain an Oklahoma ABLE Liquor License.

- Must obtain a Ponca Tribe Liquor License.

- Must already possess or be able to immediately obtain an Oklahoma or Federal Food Handler’s License.

As a tribal entity, the  Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma and applicable to Ponca Enterprise Gaming, LLC,  gives preference in employment to a n enrolled member of the Ponca Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma,  and to other enrolled Native Americans of federally recognized tribes.