Line Cook Hawks Peak

About the role

The Line Cook at Hawks Peak is responsible for creating and delivering exceptional dining experiences by preparing high‑quality food in alignment with Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel’s elevated service standards. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, organized kitchen, following strict food safety protocols, and delivering consistent, high‑quality dishes to guests in a timely and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items to the highest standards of taste, presentation, and quality, ensuring all orders are timely and correctly executed.
• Maintain quality, quantity, and timeliness of food production, ensuring consistency in every dish prepared.
• Communicate efficiently with kitchen staff, management, and fellow team members to ensure smooth operations during service.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures, including proper food storage, rotation, spoilage management, and prevention of cross‑contamination.
• Keep kitchen areas clean and organized at all times, adhering to health department regulations.
• Follow recipes, cooking times, and temperatures to ensure high‑quality, consistent dishes.
• Present plates with attention to detail, including portioning, garnishing, and adherence to recipe standards.
• Conform to all relevant health and safety regulations, including Washington State Department of Health standards.
• Adhere to Snoqualmie Casino policies related to safety, sanitation, and operational procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a fully stocked and organized kitchen.
• Take on additional tasks or duties as directed by the Sous Chef, Chef De Cuisine, or Manager.

Requirements

• None required for education and experience.
• High School Diploma / GED or recognized equivalent (RED or FHD) preferred.
• One (1) year of Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) cooking experience or comparable experience preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a Gaming License from the Snoqualmie Gaming Commission.
• Pre‑employment drug testing is required for all positions.
• Snoqualmie Tribal Member/Native American preference in hiring, in compliance with the Snoqualmie Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO).

Skills

• Strong command of English with effective communication ability.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining high standards of food preparation under pressure.
• Proven working knowledge of kitchen equipment, including grills, roast‑and‑hold ovens, conventional and convection ovens, fryers, etc.

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; competitive family rates after 60 days.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability.
• Accrue 21 days of PTO in the first year, growing to 33 days after five years, with the option to cash out twice annually.
• Free meals, parking, paid breaks, and a 40¢/gallon gas discount.
• Giveaways such as concert and sports tickets.
• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Starting salary range of $21.91/hr – $23.00/hr, depending on experience, with opportunities for annual performance‑based increases.

Schedule

Full‑time position; swing shift with weekend required; non‑exempt.