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Line Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $32.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program
Paid vacation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
401(k)

Job Description

Summer House is a vibrant and inviting restaurant located within the Durango Casino & Resort in southwest Las Vegas. Known for its California-inspired menu and lively atmosphere, Summer House offers guests a unique dining experience that merges fresh, locally sourced ingredients with classic California flavors. The restaurant boasts indoor and outdoor dining options, perfect for enjoying a meal regardless of the season. Its menu features a variety of items including Cali-style tacos, fresh salads, housemade pasta and pizza crafted with California-milled flour, and entrees from a live-fire wood grill. Guests can also enjoy a signature Rosé poured all day from... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
  • Effective communication skills
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a line cook or kitchen assistant role preferred
  • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety standards
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
  • Team-oriented mindset
  • Basic math skills for portion control

Job Duties

  • Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
  • Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
  • Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
  • Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
  • Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
  • Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
  • Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
  • Maintain food safety and quality standards
  • Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
  • Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
  • Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management and service staff when quantities fall below restaurant specific minimum quantity
  • Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
  • Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
  • Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
  • Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
  • Get along well with others and be a team player
  • Other duties will be assigned as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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