
Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Tuition Assistance
wellness programs
Job Description
Caesars Entertainment is a renowned global leader in the hospitality and gaming industry, known for delivering extraordinary experiences to millions of guests each year. With flagship properties such as Harrah's Council Bluffs, Horseshoe Council Bluffs, the Mid-America Center, and the Hilton Garden Inn, Caesars Entertainment offers world-class casino gaming, hotels, and event venues. These locations serve the Council Bluffs metropolitan area, providing a multitude of entertainment, dining, and hospitality options that cater to a diverse range of guests. As a company, Caesars is dedicated to upholding its Mission, Vision, and Values which revolve around creating exceptional and memorable moments. Their corporate social responsibility initiative, People Planet Play, demonstrates their commitment to economic development, team member wellness, and making positive contributions to local communities.
The Cook role at Caesars Entertainment is vital in supporting the company’s promise of delivering top-quality food service. This position involves preparing a variety of hot entrées and other food items to exact specifications in an accurate and timely manner, ensuring that guests receive a quality product that meets the high standards set by Caesars. In this fast-paced resort and casino environment, the Cook must be adept at maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, managing kitchen equipment, and collaborating seamlessly with both kitchen staff and service personnel. The role requires versatility, as the individual may work across multiple outlets within the resort and be responsible for preparing a wide array of dishes including sandwiches, salads, hot sandwiches, pancakes, hamburgers, and garnishes. Additionally, cooks act as coordinators by expediting communication between food prep lines and service teams to guarantee smooth and efficient operations.
This position demands thorough knowledge and skill in food preparation methods such as blanching, steaming, sautéing, pasta, and rice cookery, as well as expertise in handling diverse ingredients like eggs, meats, batters, and vegetables. The ability to uphold Caesar’s high standards of integrity and professionalism is crucial since the hospitality environment is highly regulated and demands consistent quality and guest service excellence. Candidates will need to demonstrate competency in following written recipes and instructions, utilizing kitchen tools and equipment safely, and responding positively to chef training. Physical endurance and mobility are also essential, as the job involves standing for extended periods, lifting and transporting items, and working in varying temperature conditions. Ultimately, the Cook role offers an opportunity to be part of an inspiring team that is committed to upholding Caesars' values of blazing trails, winning together, and being all-in on service while creating extraordinary culinary experiences for guests.
The Cook role at Caesars Entertainment is vital in supporting the company’s promise of delivering top-quality food service. This position involves preparing a variety of hot entrées and other food items to exact specifications in an accurate and timely manner, ensuring that guests receive a quality product that meets the high standards set by Caesars. In this fast-paced resort and casino environment, the Cook must be adept at maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, managing kitchen equipment, and collaborating seamlessly with both kitchen staff and service personnel. The role requires versatility, as the individual may work across multiple outlets within the resort and be responsible for preparing a wide array of dishes including sandwiches, salads, hot sandwiches, pancakes, hamburgers, and garnishes. Additionally, cooks act as coordinators by expediting communication between food prep lines and service teams to guarantee smooth and efficient operations.
This position demands thorough knowledge and skill in food preparation methods such as blanching, steaming, sautéing, pasta, and rice cookery, as well as expertise in handling diverse ingredients like eggs, meats, batters, and vegetables. The ability to uphold Caesar’s high standards of integrity and professionalism is crucial since the hospitality environment is highly regulated and demands consistent quality and guest service excellence. Candidates will need to demonstrate competency in following written recipes and instructions, utilizing kitchen tools and equipment safely, and responding positively to chef training. Physical endurance and mobility are also essential, as the job involves standing for extended periods, lifting and transporting items, and working in varying temperature conditions. Ultimately, the Cook role offers an opportunity to be part of an inspiring team that is committed to upholding Caesars' values of blazing trails, winning together, and being all-in on service while creating extraordinary culinary experiences for guests.
Job Requirements
- Ability to understand and respond to written orders, recipes and directions in English
- ability to work flexible time periods as required in a resort environment
- knowledge of different cooking oils and their temperatures
- proficiency in using knives, hand-held instruments and food preparation equipment
- sense of urgency in serving customers
- capability to perform duties of Cook’s Helper/Pantry Person
- ability to portion, prepare and present meat, poultry and fish entrees, pastas, vegetables, pan sauces and butter sauces
- ability to interact and communicate with guests
- adherence to regulatory, company and department policies
- ability to lift and transport objects up to 50 lbs
- ability to stand for 8 hours
- visual and auditory range sufficient for kitchen environment
- dexterity for food preparation machinery
- tolerance for extreme temperatures
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- documented skills and competencies in preparing eggs, meats, batters, potatoes
- blanching, steaming, sautéing
- pasta and rice cookery
- preparing salads, sandwiches, cold appetizers and garnishments
- ability to communicate effectively with internal and external guests
- ability to uphold highest level of integrity
- adaptability to work in multiple outlets within a resort
- positive response to training by chefs
Job Duties
- Provides safe and wholesome food to guests
- maintains a sanitary and organized work area
- demonstrates proper care, storage, use and cleaning of all tools and equipment
- demonstrates competent product knowledge by correct storing and handling of perishables
- prepares food products according to standard recipes and specifications
- effectively communicates with team members, including service and kitchen maintenance personnel
- adjusts equipment temperatures
- prepares items as directed
- acts as expediter coordinating functions between food prep line and service personnel
- recognizes and corrects any product discrepancies and variations in quality
- stores and rotates food
- picks up and delivers food from warehouse, food stores, veg prep, bakeshop, butcher shop and other outlets
- prepares sandwiches, salads, cold specials, hamburgers, pancakes, hot sandwiches and garnishes
Job Criteria
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