Cook I-Team Member Dining Room-Full Time (Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
team environment
Job Description
Caesars Entertainment is a globally renowned leader in the hospitality and entertainment industry, known for creating extraordinary experiences for guests across its vast portfolio of hotels, resorts, casinos, and restaurants. With a mission to "Create the Extraordinary," Caesars Entertainment focuses on delivering spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect people through excellence in service and innovative environments. The company fosters a supportive culture with core values such as "Blaze the Trail," "Together We Win," and "All-In on Service," emphasizing teamwork, high-quality service, and a commitment to community and corporate responsibility through initiatives like People Planet Play. This framework supports economic development, well-being of employees and their families, and positive impacts on the communities where Caesars operates.
Within this dynamic and energetic environment, the role of Cook I at Caesars Entertainment is pivotal in maintaining the high culinary standards that define the brand. As a Cook I, you will be responsible for preparing individual stations by adhering strictly to the restaurant chef's recipes and cooking procedures. This job requires a combination of culinary skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting. The position demands preparing a variety of dishes, plating meals according to specifications, and ensuring all ingredients and food items meet outlet expectations. Additionally, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen by consistently managing trash, dishes, and other general cleaning duties is essential to ensure a safe and pleasant work environment.
Your daily tasks will include chopping, dicing, and cutting meats, cheeses, vegetables, and fruits; coordinating with shift leaders to balance inventory; cooking using grills, fryers, and French-tops; and ensuring the proper labeling and rotation of food products. There is also an expectation to interact professionally with co-workers and wait staff while maintaining a positive attitude and a friendly demeanor. In some cases, responsibilities may extend to cashiering duties such as processing cash and credit transactions quickly and accurately.
The successful candidate will be someone who embraces the Caesars Entertainment culture, demonstrating a welcoming and family-style service approach. This means treating every guest and colleague with warmth, respect, and genuine care, creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. Caesars Entertainment promotes equal opportunity and compliance with legal requirements, including accommodations for disabilities and diverse backgrounds. Employment at Caesars Entertainment offers a unique chance to grow your culinary career within a prestigious, supportive, and innovative company that values its team members and the communities it serves.
Within this dynamic and energetic environment, the role of Cook I at Caesars Entertainment is pivotal in maintaining the high culinary standards that define the brand. As a Cook I, you will be responsible for preparing individual stations by adhering strictly to the restaurant chef's recipes and cooking procedures. This job requires a combination of culinary skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting. The position demands preparing a variety of dishes, plating meals according to specifications, and ensuring all ingredients and food items meet outlet expectations. Additionally, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen by consistently managing trash, dishes, and other general cleaning duties is essential to ensure a safe and pleasant work environment.
Your daily tasks will include chopping, dicing, and cutting meats, cheeses, vegetables, and fruits; coordinating with shift leaders to balance inventory; cooking using grills, fryers, and French-tops; and ensuring the proper labeling and rotation of food products. There is also an expectation to interact professionally with co-workers and wait staff while maintaining a positive attitude and a friendly demeanor. In some cases, responsibilities may extend to cashiering duties such as processing cash and credit transactions quickly and accurately.
The successful candidate will be someone who embraces the Caesars Entertainment culture, demonstrating a welcoming and family-style service approach. This means treating every guest and colleague with warmth, respect, and genuine care, creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. Caesars Entertainment promotes equal opportunity and compliance with legal requirements, including accommodations for disabilities and diverse backgrounds. Employment at Caesars Entertainment offers a unique chance to grow your culinary career within a prestigious, supportive, and innovative company that values its team members and the communities it serves.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- one year previous culinary experience in a high-volume food service operation preferred
- must be able to read, write, speak and understand basic English
- must have ability to get along with co-workers and work as a team
- must be able to have a sense of urgency and react to changing business demands
- must have the ability to lift and carry large objects weighing up to 40 pounds above or below shoulders
- must be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds on a cart or dolly
- must have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- must be able to maneuver all areas of the kitchen and food outlets
- must possess the dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food prep equipment
- auditory range must include immediate environment
- visual range must include near distance
- must be flexible with schedule
- must be able to work in extreme and changing temperatures
- must be able to bend, reach and stoop
- must be able to tolerate chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- one year previous culinary experience in a high-volume food service operation preferred
- ability to read, write, speak and understand basic English
- ability to get along with co-workers and work as a team
- professional appearance
- strong customer service skills
- ability to handle cash transactions accurately
Job Duties
- Conducts preparation of assigned menu items according to standardized recipes and specifications
- chops, dices, and cuts various meats, cheeses, vegetables, and fruits for salad and sandwich preparation
- combines ingredients and plates entrees, salads, sandwiches, desserts, ice cream, beverages, and appetizers
- prepares all items for a station in accordance with outlet expectations
- operates grill, fryer, and French-top
- maintains required par of food items in assigned station
- ensures ingredient supply levels are accurate
- moves items from shelves to restock stations
- maintains high level of service interacting with co-workers and wait staff
- observes all safety rules and regulations
- ensures assigned areas are clean and free of debris
- maintains proper food levels and coordinates with shift leader for par levels
- takes appropriate actions to ensure quality and reduce waste
- maintains proper food rotation procedures
- adheres to regulatory, safety, departmental and company policies
- displays positive attitude and department signature greeting
- handles and resolves customer concerns
- processes cash/credit/comp transactions
- maintains professional appearance
- works as a team player
- labels products and rotates stock items
- operates cash register and settles checks
- greets customers and accurately handles money
- records tips
- meets or exceeds customer service expectations
- maintains cleanliness of work area and dining floor
- performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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