Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $9.75 - $13.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Career Development
Job Description
Margaritaville Casino Resort Bossier City is a vibrant hospitality destination that blends the excitement of casino gaming with the relaxed ambiance of a tropical resort. Known for its energetic and engaging atmosphere, the resort offers a variety of entertainment, gaming, dining, and relaxation experiences to guests from all over. The resort is part of the Margaritaville brand, which is inspired by the laid-back lifestyle and music of Jimmy Buffett, creating a unique escape where guests can unwind and enjoy an unparalleled vacation experience. The property includes gaming floors, multiple dining venues, bars, and entertainment options all designed to provide high-quality service and memorable experiences to visitors. With a focus on guest satisfaction and employee engagement, Margaritaville Casino Resort fosters a welcoming and dynamic workplace where employees are encouraged to contribute to the resort's mission of delivering exceptional hospitality.
The role of a Line Cook at Margaritaville Casino Resort Bossier City is integral to maintaining the resort's high culinary standards and enhancing the overall guest experience. This position is responsible for developing and implementing the resort's Guest Satisfaction Standards by preparing and cooking food items to meet precise quality and presentation guidelines. Line Cooks must be entertaining and interactive with guests, providing a positive and friendly environment while working on the kitchen line. The successful candidate will attend departmental orientation and work alongside the culinary team, taking direction from the Sous Chef to execute production sheets accurately and efficiently.
The Line Cook must maintain a clean and organized work area, practicing proper food handling techniques, including wearing appropriate uniforms and gloves. The role involves preparing various food products, including cutting, dicing, and chopping, as well as making sauces, stocks, and pizza dough. Mastery of pizza preparation, including dough stretching, topping, and cooking in a brick oven, is required. Additionally, the Line Cook must control food waste by managing production and returned food effectively and ensure compliance with food rotation and sanitation guidelines.
This position requires a professional demeanor, excellent communication skills with both guests and staff, and the flexibility to assist fellow employees when needed. The role also includes responsibilities such as organizing coolers and storerooms, attending mandatory classes and meetings, and following recipes and plating instructions precisely unless otherwise requested by guests. The Line Cook at Margaritaville Casino Resort Bossier City is a critical team member who contributes to the organization's commitment to quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals who thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
The role of a Line Cook at Margaritaville Casino Resort Bossier City is integral to maintaining the resort's high culinary standards and enhancing the overall guest experience. This position is responsible for developing and implementing the resort's Guest Satisfaction Standards by preparing and cooking food items to meet precise quality and presentation guidelines. Line Cooks must be entertaining and interactive with guests, providing a positive and friendly environment while working on the kitchen line. The successful candidate will attend departmental orientation and work alongside the culinary team, taking direction from the Sous Chef to execute production sheets accurately and efficiently.
The Line Cook must maintain a clean and organized work area, practicing proper food handling techniques, including wearing appropriate uniforms and gloves. The role involves preparing various food products, including cutting, dicing, and chopping, as well as making sauces, stocks, and pizza dough. Mastery of pizza preparation, including dough stretching, topping, and cooking in a brick oven, is required. Additionally, the Line Cook must control food waste by managing production and returned food effectively and ensure compliance with food rotation and sanitation guidelines.
This position requires a professional demeanor, excellent communication skills with both guests and staff, and the flexibility to assist fellow employees when needed. The role also includes responsibilities such as organizing coolers and storerooms, attending mandatory classes and meetings, and following recipes and plating instructions precisely unless otherwise requested by guests. The Line Cook at Margaritaville Casino Resort Bossier City is a critical team member who contributes to the organization's commitment to quality, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals who thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- 2 years of previous high-volume line cooking experience and/or culinary degree
- ability to speak, read, and write in English
- ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence
- ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
- ability to calculate figures, amounts, and percentages and apply to practical situations
- ability to interpret various forms of instructions
- able to deal with problems involving a variety of concrete variables
- culinary degree preferred
- sanitation certificate preferred but not required
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- 2 years of previous high-volume line cooking experience and/or culinary degree
- ability to speak, read, and write in English
- ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence
- ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
- ability to calculate figures, amounts, and percentages and apply to practical situations
- ability to interpret various forms of instructions
- able to deal with problems involving a variety of concrete variables
- culinary degree preferred
- sanitation certificate preferred but not required
Job Duties
- Attends departmental orientation prior to beginning work in the department
- creates a positive guest employee experience with smiles, helpfulness, and friendliness
- answers questions, takes responsibility to get answers, and anticipates guests' needs and problems
- executes all food production as determined by the Sous Chef through production sheets
- practices a clean as you go work ethic and proper food handling techniques including wearing plastic gloves and proper uniform
- prepares the proper amounts of food as requested by the Sous Chef
- conducts self in a highly professional manner at all times
- communicates with Stewards on all equipment cleaning needs
- handles any special request made by the Sous Chef or external guests
- maintains Margaritaville Casino’s food quality specifications as per standard recipe
- controls production and utilizes returned food to maintain a waste-free department
- maintains cleanliness of immediate work area and walk-in cooler
- cuts, dices, and chops various food products
- creates sauces, stocks, and pizza dough using recipes
- adheres to rotation and sanitation guidelines
- organizes and cleans coolers, storerooms, and freezers as necessary
- grills items to specific temperatures
- works on prep and mise en place items when not on the line
- understands fundamentals of house made dough from proofing to finishing
- operates a brick oven to stretch dough, top pizza, and cook pizza
- assists fellow employees to accomplish their goals
- attends all mandatory classes and meetings
- follows all recipes and plating pictures unless guest requests deviation
- controls portions using scales and measuring techniques
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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