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Restaurant Chef - Timbers

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development
competitive salary

Job Description

Timbers is a comprehensive hospitality establishment that operates a variety of dining venues including 24-hour restaurant locations, satellite employee dining rooms, and room service facilities within a casino environment. Known for its commitment to high-quality food standards and exceptional guest experiences, Timbers is dedicated to creating a culinary atmosphere that blends creativity, efficiency, and professionalism. Employing a team-oriented culture, the company encourages a fun environment for guests and a respectful, supportive workplace for employees. As a significant player in the hospitality sector, Timbers emphasizes continuous staff development and operational excellence, maintaining a focus on seasonal ingredient availability, innovative cooking techniques,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or G.E.D
  • Culinary degree, formal apprenticeship or equivalent level of on-the-job experience
  • Three to four years ala carte management experience
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • ServSafe certification or ability to become certified
  • Knowledge of HACCP standards
  • Level 2 Gaming License
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents
  • Ability to write effective reports and memos
  • Ability to respond to employee or guest inquiries
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lb
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend during shifts

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or G.E.D
  • Culinary degree, formal apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job experience
  • Three to four years ala carte management experience
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • ServSafe certification or ability to become certified
  • Knowledge of HACCP standards
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policy and procedure manuals
  • Ability to write effective reports and memos
  • Ability to respond to inquiries effectively
  • Ability to communicate in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and interpret data from graphs
  • Ability to apply common sense reasoning to various situations

Job Duties

  • Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation in all Timbers 24 hour venue locations, Room Service and Satellite Employee Dining Rooms
  • Prepare and cook foods on the hot or cold line for special guests, functions, or high business volumes
  • Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes and special menus considering seasonal availability and customer volume
  • Check the quality of raw and cooked food products company wide to ensure standards are met
  • Check the quantity and quality of received products at all Timbers locations
  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff
  • Determine how food should be presented and create creative food displays
  • Determine production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely delivery
  • Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies such as food and ingredients
  • Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
  • Instruct cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
  • Monitor sanitation practices to ensure employees follow standards and regulations
  • Order or requisition food and other supplies to ensure efficient operation
  • Recruit and hire staff including cooks and other kitchen workers
  • Maintain knowledge of fine dining restaurant trends
  • Follow all recipes, specs, and control procedures
  • Maintain professional grooming and appearance and act as a role model

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location