Asian Cuisine Cook- Mian (Full Time)

Rivers Casino; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K with match

Daily meals

Paid time off

Free shuttle

Free parking

Scholarship program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer opportunities

Team member discounts

Job summary

Rivers Casino Des Plaines is seeking kitchen staff with experience in Asian cuisine to join the on-site culinary team. The role involves station setup, preparing daily menus, following recipes, and ensuring proper food presentation.

An emphasis on sanitation, timely preparation, and teamwork is required, with flexibility to work various shifts. Des Plaines, IL location offers walk-in interviews and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Asian cooking (Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese).
• Ability to work flexible shifts and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items for the daily menu and specials in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Read and interpret abbreviations on food order tickets.
• Responsible for the correct food presentation of each plated item.
• Restock items as needed throughout shift.
• Clean and maintain station in safe, sanitary conditions.
• Serves food items to guests as requested.
• Ensures thorough communication between shifts.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures; schedules may change.
• Break down and store daily food and supply deliveries.
• Ensure FIFO procedures are followed when storing deliveries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation standards

Communication skills

Flexibility

Asian cooking knowledge

Job description

Rivers Casino Des Plaines
3000 S. River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA

Description

WALK-IN WEDNESDAY

Interview on the spot!
Every Wednesday from 12 PM - 2 PM
2500 E. Devon Ave | Des Plaines , IL 60018
Free Parking / Free Shuttle from the Rosemont Blue Line Station

Job Functions:

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.


• Prepare all food items for the daily menu and specials in a sanitary and timely manner.


• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.


• Ability to read and interpret abbreviations on food order tickets.


• Responsible for the correct food presentation of each plated item.


• Restock items as needed throughout shift.


• Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.


• Serves food items to guests as requested.


• Ensures thorough communication between shifts.


• Remains up to date on all Departmental Policies and Procedures.


• Understands that schedules are subject to change.


• Complies with all departmental rules, side work assignments, and departmental procedures.


• Breaking down and storing of daily food and supply deliveries.


• Ensures proper FIFO procedures are followed when storing daily deliveries.


• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• One to two years related experience is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Must possess thorough knowledge of Asian cooking (Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese)


• Commitment to excellence, high standards, and good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.


• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.


• Ensures that all guests are treated in a prompt, professional and courteous manner


• Must possess outstanding interpersonal communications skills to effectively interface with guests and team members.


• Possesses the ability to work under pressure and with a sense of urgency.


• Must possess a cooperative, helpful and friendly nature, and present a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.


• Ability to work flexible shifts and days of the week including holidays. Understands that schedules are subject to change.


• Frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, lifting, and kneeling.


• The Team Member must frequently lift, push, pull up to 25 pounds.


• Ability to work within the following conditions: wet floors, temperature extremes, and loud noise.

Prior experience is preferred as well as a proven track record demonstrating sound judgment

Perks that Work!

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance


• 401K - 4% match to 5% Team Member Contribution


• $1 Daily Meals


• Earn up to 18 Days of Paid Time Off Your First Year


• Free Shuttle from Rosemont's Blue Line Station


• Free Parking On-Site


• Rivers Casino Scholarship Program for Team Members and their Children/Grandchildren


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Community Volunteer Opportunities


• Team Member Exclusive Discounts

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