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The Pueblo of Sandia is a sovereign Native American tribe located in New Mexico. Known for its rich cultural heritage and strong community values, the Pueblo operates various enterprises to support its members' economic and social development. Among these enterprises are several restaurant and food service operations aimed at providing high-quality dining experiences that reflect the Pueblo's commitment to excellence and cultural integrity. The organization embraces principles such as integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for outstanding performance, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and professional growth among its employees. The Pueblo of Sandia provides a supportive work environment that encourages members to meet performance standards, which helps in attracting and retaining a qualified workforce and fosters opportunities for career advancement within the community's various ventures.

The role in focus is a Restaurant Kitchen Support position designed to assist daily food preparation and restaurant operations under general supervision. This position is integral to maintaining smooth kitchen workflows, ensuring the presentation and quality of food meets the set standards. The job involves a variety of tasks such as menu preparation support, food set-up, cooking assistance, and ensuring cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. As part of the Pueblo’s team, employees are expected to uphold high personal sanitation standards, adhere strictly to food safety guidelines including temperature controls, and engage actively in maintaining cleanliness of kitchen equipment and storage areas. The position requires reliable attendance, punctuality, and a strong commitment to teamwork and safety. Collaboration with fellow kitchen staff and other restaurant team members is critical to provide a seamless dining experience across multiple restaurant outlets, ranging from buffet line service to fine dining settings.

Candidates for this position will engage in hands-on food preparation including setting up hot and cold food lines, ensuring proper portions and garnish, managing food temperatures with thermometers, and assisting in training new personnel. In addition to operational duties, employees will contribute to problem-solving related to equipment issues and supply management, ensuring spoiled or defective food and supplies are promptly handled according to safety and quality standards. The restaurant environment may present various physical demands such as balancing, lifting, crouching, and standing for extended periods. Work shifts can vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the dynamic nature of restaurant operations. This job not only offers an opportunity to develop culinary skills but also to be part of a culturally significant enterprise focused on community empowerment and sustained success. The Pueblo of Sandia supports its staff with a strong performance review process linked to Key Performance Indicators that guide and motivate excellence in their roles.