Job Title:
Mukwa Line Cook (Mackinaw City- Full-Time Seasonal)
Company: Odawa Casino
Location: Mackinaw City, MI
Created: 2026-05-09
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Odawa Casino ResortJob DescriptionJob Title:Mukwa Line CookReports To: Mukwa ManagerDepartment:Mukwa Bar & GrillPay Range:$18.00 - $20.00 per hourJob Code:MKWCKPay Grade:FBMKW4Date Written:10/23/2019Revision Date:06/10/2024Job Summary: Responsible for preparing and cooking food of all menu items in accordance with F&B recipes and standards while maintaining a neat, clean and safe work area, and making sure the kitchen is stocked.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:* Maintain a positive and professional approach with Team Members and guests.* Maintain knowledge of all current and upcoming promotions and events at Odawa Casino Resort.* Uses production guide and daily inventory and ordering procedure.* Stores foods in designated areas, utilizing knowledge of temperature requirements and food spoilage.* Performs proper receiving, thawing, storage and location, proportioning, prep area sanitation, heating, holding, and re-heating product (including sauces, soups, salad bar items, lunch, dinner, and produce).* Practices proper raw product quality and standards for food production. Be able to identify all raw products by sight.* Responsible for producing proper raw products into a quality finished product according to pre- determined standards for food preparation.* Demonstrates proper use of dry and liquid measure and scales.* Uses kitchen manuals and recipe files.* Measures and weighs designated ingredients.* Preps an adequate amount of food to run the line efficiently, using proper storage and dating procedures.* Washes, peels, cuts, and seeds vegetables and fruits; cleans, cuts, and grinds meats, poultry, and seafood.* Prepares soups, sauces, salad dressings, cold sauces, dips, and garnishments.* Prepares foods by methods of frying, sautéing, broiling, roasting, braising, poaching, steaming, baking, stir-frying, simmering, boiling, and other means.* Sets up, maintains, and breaks down cook stations.* Responsible in maintaining all standards regarding sanitation, uniforms, food preparation, and storage.Carries pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from workstations, stove, and refrigerator.* Assists with dishes and pots/pans in the absence of a steward.* Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils, segregate and remove garbage, sweep and mop the line, and steam-clean or hose garbage containers.* Attends all meetings as required.* Completes all required training satisfactorily.* Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality.* Work at other properties as needed.* Perform in assigned areas as dictated by business levels and directed by management.* Performs all other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.System Access: NoneUpholds Odawa Casino Mission statement in all aspects of position:Mission:We create excitement and memories.Values:We create a culture that provides:* A fun, rewarding, safe, and consistent environment for our Team Members.* A warm reception, welcoming environment, and friendly atmosphere.* An optimal entertainment experience through exceptional service.* Support for the Waganakising Odawak values through Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth.* A contribution and connection to the community.Preference: Applies to Native Americans in accordance with applicable tribal law.Minimum Qualifications:* Minimum of one (1) year experience in the service industry.* Must have basic math skills.* Must read, write, and speak English fluently.* Must have knowledge of proper use of all kitchen equipment used in prep procedures.* Must know the importance and demonstrate use of rotation (First In First Out-FIFO) system.* Must have knowledge of compound dressings, sauces, and salads.* Must have proper knowledge of fresh meat, poultry and seafood handling and proper meat roasting procedures.* Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, stoop, reach, push and pull.* Exposure to loud and continual noise levels and a smoke-filled environment.* Must be flexible with shift and days off with the ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and special events, etc., as needed.* You may be required to pass a skills assessment test to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.* Must be able to obtain a gaming license in accordance with the regulations established by the LTBB Gaming Regulatory Commission and be able to serve in the position under any other applicable law.