Job Description

Three Fires Steakhouse Chef


Responsible for preparing and cooking steaks and other menu items to perfection, often involving grill and broiler work . Key duties include preparing ingredients, following recipes, adhering to food safety standards, and maintaining a clean and organized workstation. This role requires collaboration with kitchen staff to ensure timely and quality service while managing cooking equipment efficiently.

Key responsibilities

Cooking and preparation:

Cook various dishes, including steaks, seafood, and vegetables, using methods like grilling, broiling, and frying.

Ingredient management:

Prepare ingredients by weighing, measuring, and chopping them according to recipes. Inspect and ensure the quality and freshness of all ingredients.

Order execution:

Accurately prepare and plate customer orders, making adjustments based on customer preferences when needed.

Quality and consistency:

Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure consistent quality and the correct doneness of dishes.

Kitchen maintenance:

Maintain a clean and sanitized work area, including equipment and utensils, following all health and safety regulations.

Team collaboration:

Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations, assisting where needed and communicating effectively .

Inventory and stock:

Monitor food inventory, assist with stock rotation, and prepare ingredients for future use.

Required skills and qualifications


Proficiency in various cooking techniques, especially those used in a steakhouse setting (grilling, broiling). Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards. Good teamwork and communication skills. Physical stamina to handle the demands of a kitchen environment.

Indian Preference Exercised

Prairie Band Casino & Resort reserves the right to make changes to the above job descriptions whenever necessary. As part of Prairie Band Casino & Resort's hiring process, candidates will be required to go through a due diligence process to validate their application information and suitability, prior to an employment offer being extended. This process may include, but is not limited to: reviewing employment applications or resumes, performing pre-employment testing and background investigations, conducting interviews and reference checks, and checking licensing and certification.



Assist in the operation of assigned Food & Beverage outlets, which may include the following: Bakery, Banquet, Bingo Snack Bar, Buffet, Buffalo Grill, Team Member Dining Room (EDR), Steakhouse, and Stewarding. To include meal service, supervision of the staff, food & supply ordering, kitchen organization and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND Responsibilities:

Supervises the production of daily prepared items in the assigned Food & Beverage kitchens Develops and maintains a positive work environment throughout assigned Food & Beverage areas Communicates and works closely with front of the house and back of house management to ensure a quality Team Member-guest experience Provides adequate training and tools for Team Members so they may effectively perform necessary job duties Responsible for assisting with the hiring and development of personnel while ensuring an adequate level of labor is used to perform the required level of service Understands and administers performance appraisals, sets performance expectations and provides coaching and operational support for Steakhouse kitchen staff Meets the attendance guidelines as outlined in the Prairie Band Casino & Resort Team Member Handbook Prepares various menu items and garnishes accordingly Responsible for the efficient and economical utilization of all products and by-products to facilitate a lower food cost Assists the Steakhouse Manager with specials of the day and banquet preparations Inspects the following day's menus and writes out food requisitions for necessary food portions Responsible for checking the methods of food preparation, sizes, portioning and garnishing of food Assists in cooking and carving meats and difficult dishes during rush periods Adheres to regulatory, departmental, and company policies in an ethical manner and encourages others to do the same Responsible for adhering to standard recipes Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

Required


High School Graduate Two years of Culinary Arts School or equivalent technical training in Food & Beverage Five years of restaurant industry work, including three years progressive supervisory experience in food production in a gaming, hotel, or chain restaurant environment with P&L responsibilities Budget and P&L knowledge and experience Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and basic office equipment Knowledge of food and labor costs Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills

Professional appearance as outlined in the Prairie Band Casino & Resort Team Member Handbook Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team A record of satisfactory performance and reliability in all prior and current employment

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

Physically mobile with reasonable accommodations Respond to visual and aural cues Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Operate in mentally and physically stressful situations, required Able to operate the following equipment: cutting boards, mixers, pourers, knives, and other necessary equipment

Indian Preference Exercised

Prairie Band Casino & Resort reserves the right to make changes to the above job descriptions whenever necessary. As part of Prairie Band Casino & Resort's hiring process, candidates will be required to go through a due diligence process to validate their application information and suitability, prior to an employment offer being extended. This process may include, but is not limited to: reviewing employment applications or resumes, performing pre-employment testing and background investigations, conducting interviews and reference checks, and checking licensing and certification.



Assist in the operation of assigned Food & Beverage outlets, which may include the following: Bakery, Banquet, Bingo Snack Bar, Buffet, Buffalo Grill, Team Member Dining Room (EDR), Steakhouse, and Stewarding. To include meal service, supervision of the staff, food & supply ordering, kitchen organization and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND Responsibilities:

Supervises the production of daily prepared items in the assigned Food & Beverage kitchens Develops and maintains a positive work environment throughout assigned Food & Beverage areas Communicates and works closely with front of the house and back of house management to ensure a quality Team Member-guest experience Provides adequate training and tools for Team Members so they may effectively perform necessary job duties Responsible for assisting with the hiring and development of personnel while ensuring an adequate level of labor is used to perform the required level of service Understands and administers performance appraisals, sets performance expectations and provides coaching and operational support for Steakhouse kitchen staff Meets the attendance guidelines as outlined in the Prairie Band Casino & Resort Team Member Handbook Prepares various menu items and garnishes accordingly Responsible for the efficient and economical utilization of all products and by-products to facilitate a lower food cost Assists the Steakhouse Manager with specials of the day and banquet preparations Inspects the following day's menus and writes out food requisitions for necessary food portions Responsible for checking the methods of food preparation, sizes, portioning and garnishing of food Assists in cooking and carving meats and difficult dishes during rush periods Adheres to regulatory, departmental, and company policies in an ethical manner and encourages others to do the same Responsible for adhering to standard recipes Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

Required


High School Graduate Two years of Culinary Arts School or equivalent technical training in Food & Beverage Five years of restaurant industry work, including three years progressive supervisory experience in food production in a gaming, hotel, or chain restaurant environment with P&L responsibilities Budget and P&L knowledge and experience Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and basic office equipment Knowledge of food and labor costs Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills

Professional appearance as outlined in the Prairie Band Casino & Resort Team Member Handbook Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team A record of satisfactory performance and reliability in all prior and current employment

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

Physically mobile with reasonable accommodations Respond to visual and aural cues Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Operate in mentally and physically stressful situations, required Able to operate the following equipment: cutting boards, mixers, pourers, knives, and other necessary equipment

Indian Preference Exercised

Prairie Band Casino & Resort reserves the right to make changes to the above job descriptions whenever necessary. As part of Prairie Band Casino & Resort's hiring process, candidates will be required to go through a due diligence process to validate their application information and suitability, prior to an employment offer being extended. This process may include, but is not limited to: reviewing employment applications or resumes, performing pre-employment testing and background investigations, conducting interviews and reference checks, and checking licensing and certification.