Lead Cook (Banquets) - Full Time (Horseshoe Hammond)

Gary, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $16.00 - $21.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid orientation

Paid on-job training

Paid Time Off

401k Match

Life insurance

Employee Discounts

Job Description

Horseshoe Casino Hammond is a premier entertainment and gambling destination located just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago. As a prominent establishment in the Chicago and Northwest Indiana area, Horseshoe Casino Hammond boasts more than 2,100 slot machines and over 100 table games, drawing thousands of visitors looking for excitement and enjoyment. In addition to world-class gaming, the casino offers diverse dining options including The Eatery Cafe and H Burger, providing fresh and engaging food choices for guests and employees alike. Known for its outstanding workplace culture, Horseshoe Hammond has been awarded Best Place To Work for nine consecutive years, emphasizing... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year experience in cooking or food preparation
Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
Must complete Food Service Sanitation course within one year of employment
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to food preparation
Possess valid work authorization
Ability to follow all health and safety regulations
Must pass background check and pre-employment drug testing when applicable

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment
Ability to supervise and train junior kitchen staff
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Capacity to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to follow recipes and prepare food to standard
Professional communication and teamwork skills

Job Duties

Check and ensure adequate supply of foods and seasonings
Checks that food is adequately prepared for cooking and serving
Prepare sauces, gravies and other foods of medium and higher complexity according to directions
Operate various cooking stations and all cooking equipment
Recommend adjusting cycles of menus based on food quantities and great demand
Ensure cleanliness of food preparation areas
Supervise the activities of Cooks and Cooks II as required providing instruction and guidance as necessary
Organize cooking and food storage areas
Oversee carving station at banquets as assigned
Follow safety rules and keeps work area clean and orderly
Break down workstation, clean and restock
Create specials for assigned outlets, utilizing both new and dated products
Ensure sanitation guidelines are followed as directed by the local health department
Open assigned outlets in a timely fashion as instructed by a Sous Chef/Chef de Cuisine/Executive Sous Chef - Outles/Executive Sous Chief - Steakhouse
Conduct self in an appropriate professional manner at all times
Consistently follow through with the appropriate actions when asked to complete projects or tasks
Must be able to work various shifts and hours to include holidays and weekends
Required to take and pass a Food Service Sanitation course within one year of accepting the position
Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

We didn't receive the exact location for this job posting,

please contact the employer.

You may be also interested in: