Cook II, Amici Italia (Full-Time; Varied)

Cook II

Prepare all food orders in a quick and timely manner in accordance with established recipes.

Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items

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 customers and associates at all times

Able to grill, fry, and serve menu items in front of guests

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 ensuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared food and leftovers

Prepare for rush period of work without getting behind organizing workday to accommodate needs

Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout kitchen

Keep stock on hand and organizes orders

Protect all company assets regarding waste, breakage, and theft

Get orders for meat needed/order or cut to meet the day's needs

Fill special orders when customers request it

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 logbooks 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 daily shift checklist that is verified by leader 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

High school diploma or GED preferred

Ninety days Cook I experience or one-year cooking experience outside casino required

Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures

Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation

Excellent interpersonal skills

Able to operate and maintain the following kitchen equipment: stoves, grills, fryers, other basic equipment, and other utensils when preparing food orders

Problem-solving abilities with the ability to quickly perform mathematical computations

Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene

Must be able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously

Must be able to be on feet for 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 stoop, bend, reach, kneel, and twist 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, and speak English

Must be 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

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

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