Lead Cook - Gordan Ramsays Hells Kitchen

divh2Job Summary/h2pBring your passion for precision, speed, and leadership into a fast-paced culinary environment inspired by the intensity and world-class standards of Gordon Ramsays Hells Kitchen. This role is responsible for preparing high-quality menu items with accuracy and efficiency while performing at a high level under pressure. The position also provides day-to-day leadership and support to lower-level cooks, helping maintain consistency, teamwork, and excellence on every plate. Ideal candidates thrive in a high-energy kitchen, take pride in execution, and lead by example on the line./ph2How You Will Create the Extraordinary/h2pPerforms all functions of a Cook I and Cook II./ppMaintains adequate supply of menu items./ppMaintains assigned facility in a sanitary condition and equipment in operational condition./ppInspects assigned areas and coordinates cleaning activities with the Kitchen Steward./ppRegularly inspects food in steam tables to insure freshness./ppProtects company assets against stealing, breakage and waste./ppMaintains portion controls./ppProvides leadership and training to lower level cooks./ppContinues to update cooking knowledge through books, magazines and discussions with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef./ph2What You Will Need/h2pHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred; Certificates in culinary arts, ACF Certification, etc., preferred/ppMinimum of 5 years of cooking in a high quality establishment/ppHeavy experience in cooking soups, sauces and gravies or completed three-year apprenticeship program and/or completion of accredited culinary school/ppAbility to understand and respond to written order, recipes and directs in English/ppAbility to work flexible time periods as required of a cook in a resort environment as well as be flexible enough to work in multiple outlets as needed/ppKnowledge of breads, pastries, bakery production/ppAbility to implement a la carte desserts/ppDemonstrated expert skill level on all cook stations/ppDemonstrated leadership skills with a focus on coaching for success; ability to mentor/ppAbility to oversee the daily operations of the kitchen in the absence of a Chef/ppGood communication skills/ppAbility to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business/ppActs as a role model to other Team Members and always presents oneself as a credit to Caesars Entertainment and encourages others to do the same./ppAdheres to all regulatory, company and department policies and procedures/ppAbility to correctly lift and transport objects weighing up to 50 lbs./ppAbility to work a minimum of 8 hours with appropriate mobility and endurance/ppAbility to stand for 8 hours/ppVisual range must include immediate environment/ppAuditory range must include near and medium distances./ppDexterity to use food preparation machinery/ppAbility to use repetitive hand motion, holding and grasping/ppAbility to tolerate extreme temperatures/ppPositions that have contact with the public require the ability to work in a noisy environment, and may be exposed to guests who use tobacco products. Also, non-public contact positions may be required to enter public areas from time to time, in connection with their duties, and may be subject to the same environment./ph2About Us/h2pAt Harrahs and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, we want you as a partner in a win-win relationship. We want you to maximize your skills and talents to become the best you can be in your chosen field. We are proud to be one of the leaders in the hospitality business. One of the reasons our resorts have consistently received 4-Star and 4-Diamond Awards is because of the friendly, top quality people we hire to serve our guests. Harrahs and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe are located on the south shore of magnificent Lake Tahoe, Americas largest alpine lake and number one vacation destination. Visitors are drawn to Lake Tahoes year round recreation, which includes skiing and snowboarding in the winter months and hiking, fishing, mountain biking, golf kayaking, sailing and a plethora of other recreation opportunities in the spring, summer and fall. Add to this, the lively, round-the-clock gaming and indoor entertainment, world-class amenities, which include two heated pools, a full-service health spa, various restaurants, including the world renowned, Hells Kitchen, 1,254 rooms and suites plus excellent guest service, and you can understand why Harrahs Caesars Republic are popular choices for travelers and vacationers throughout the year. Besides living in one of the Earths most beautiful locations you will join a company that understands how to treat employees. As an industry leader, Harrahs believes a successful company starts with satisfied employees. Whether its professional advancement or personal recognition, Harrahs provides accolades and incentives as you move along your career path./ph2Job Info/h2pJob Identification 83292/ppJob Category Food and Beverage Culinary/ppLocations Harrahs Lake Tahoe/p/div