Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
High school degree or GED preferred. 2 years of recent experience as a cook or equivalent combination of recent experience and education. Must be at least 18 years of age or older. No felony, theft or stealing convictions. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain a gaming license and to include the following:
Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications:
•Knowledge of kitchen equipment, utensils, tools and machinery.
•Knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen working environment.
•Knowledge of Basic butchery techniques
•Knowledge of basic Sauce and stock making
•Ability to obtain a Food Handlers card.
•Ability to obtain TIPS certification.
•Ability to communicate, read, and write clearly in basic English.
•Ability to demonstrate outstanding guest service at all times.
•Ability to work in a busy, fast paced environment.
•Ability to perform in a professional appearance and manner.
•Ability to be organized and coordinating task amongst co-workers.
•Ability to safely use and administer cleaning equipment and supplies.
•Knowledge of basic foods and there uses.
•Knowledge of all food safety regulations.
•Ability to learn culinary methods, techniques and principles.
•Ability to clearly communicate to all levels of management.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the team member will be required to stand for extended periods of time sometimes in the same place. The job will entail constant communication at all times to communicate where you are and to communicate the task at hand. The job will require you to use your hands constantly for cutting, grabbing, lifting, washing, touching, sensing and holding items. You will be required to walk often at a safe pace. The team member occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment:
Work is generally performed in the casino’s kitchen area with exposure to heat, fumes, steam, second hand smoke, and a high noise level. Days, evenings, graveyards, holidays and/or weekend work are required. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. Will work in all venues unless specified by Food & Beverage Management.