HCVR Cook I, EDR (Full Time; Varied Shift)

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel Position Description

Position Title: Cook I

Division: Food and Beverage

Departments: Landing Caf, Employee Cafeteria, Food Market, Gordon Ramsay Brew Brothers

Grade/FLSA Status: H8 Non-Exempt

Badge Type/Color: Work Permit - Peach

Reports To: Sous Chef; Dual Rate Sous Chef

Job Summary:

Prepare all food orders quickly and on time according to established recipes.

Job Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet expected service delivery times as defined by the department's service standards or as required by the receiver of service or goods
• Ensure that all food products prepared meet the established specifications and standards before being served
• Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items to the servers
• Prepare, cook, and season all food
• Ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared
• Perform all station functions necessary in the prep and cooking areas
• Provide the highest quality of service to guests and Team Members at all times
• Ensure each order sent out is uniform and consistent
• Adhere to kitchen maintenance and sanitation program
• Control food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time, and temperature and ensure sanitation, handling, and storage of prepared food and leftovers
• Prepare for a rush period of work without getting behind
• Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout the kitchen
• Keep stock on hand and organize orders
• Protect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theft
• Get orders for meat needed/order or cut to meet the day's needs
• Fill special orders when guests request it
• Organize workday
• Keep errors to a minimum
• Knowledgeable about Harrah's facilities, promotions, and services
• Complete a task, even if overtime is involved
• Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements
• Ensure all required log books and temperature logs are maintained and verified
• Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications
• Properly maintain and store company inventory, including utensils, cookware, and machinery
• Share equipment with co-workers
• Calibrate pH meters and thermometers
• Abide by appearance standards
• Complete the daily shift checklist that the leader verifies before leaving
• Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader
• Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner
• Endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision, and Values

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred
• Six months of cooking experience in high-volume food service operation is preferred
• Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills:
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation
• Must know how to operate and maintain all essential kitchen equipment
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent leadership/motivational skills
• Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously
• Problem-solving abilities with the ability to quickly perform mathematical computations
• Able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy
• Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required
• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands:

• Must be able to be on feet for an 8-hour shifts
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart
• Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grasp items
• Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to have exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality, including secondhand smoke
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel reserves the right to change the above job description whenever necessary. 1.30.25