Banquet Cook Part Time

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City is seeking a skilled cook to safely prepare food items per menu specifications and recipes, delivering consistent quality.

You will work with Lead Cook and team to maintain cleanliness, observe health codes, and prepare sauces; basic knife skills and ability to read recipes and use math for measurements are required; state certifications may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in food preparation and knowledge.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace with a sense of urgency.
• Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required by the state of Iowa or Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City.
• Ability to read recipes and utilize math skills for measurements.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble food.
• Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
• Observe all safety procedures and hygiene practices.
• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product.
• Prepare an order list for recipe preparations.
• Utilize math skills to adjust recipe ratios for scaling and batch cooking.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Food preparation experience

Reading recipes

Math skills for recipes

Food safety knowledge

Fast-paced work

Tools

Slicer

Steamer

Deep fryer

Ovens

Broiler

Grill

Mixer

Kettle

Flat top

Choppers

Knives

Job description

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City is an award-winning gaming destination with more than 675 slot machines, live table game action, first-class amenities, and heart-pounding entertainment. The property’s Hard Rock Hotel is a AAA Four Diamond rated hotel; a distinction which only five percent of the more than 28,000 properties approved by AAA achieve. Complementing the hotel and casino are three bars and two restaurants including Fuel American Grill and Main + Abbey, a AAA Three Diamond rated restaurant. Putting the ‘Rock’ in ‘Hard Rock’, guests are invited to experience the legends of music by exploring Hard Rock’s expansive memorabilia collection with iconic pieces from SLASH to Johnny Cash!

JOB SUMMARY

Safely prepare food items, following menu specifications and standard recipes. Must strive for accuracy and efficient use of time while creating excellent food products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all inclusive for this specific position.)

• Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up and assemble food.
• Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.
• Fully observe all safety procedures as well as clean-as-you-go techniques.
• Encourage and abide by all health codes and hand washing guidelines.
• Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Be able to prepare an order list for recipe preparations.
• Utilize math skills to adjust recipe ratios for scaling and batch cooking.
• Be in constant communication with Lead Cook, Line Cooks, and Chefs.
• Preparation of hot and cold sauces.
• Must have basic knife skills.
• To have full knowledge of the SDS program.
• Ability to perform all duties at a higher level of accuracy and speed than a Cook.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

One year minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge. Must be able to perform all cooking duties. Must be able to work at a fast pace with a sense of urgency. Must be able to complete any classes or certifications required by the state of Iowa or Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Must have ability to:

• Operate kitchen equipment and utilize tools including, but not limited to, slicer, steamer, deep fryer, ovens, broiler, grill, mixer, kettle, flat top, choppers, and knives.
• Work physical in nature and requires physical mobility, including but not limited to bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, carrying, climbing, walking long distances, reaching, and twisting. These actions are also required to monitor food preparation and inspect kitchen areas.
• Grasp, bend, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods in a food warmer weighing a maximum of 300 lbs. at a continuous schedule.
• Read, write, speak, and understand basic English in order to read recipes and communicate with other Team Members.
• Organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Adheres to control procedure for food costs and quality.
• Perform all assigned side work to include replenishing/restocking workstation.
• Ability to read and gather all necessary items for recipe execution.
• Work with small, delicate, and sensitive equipment (knives) requiring fine finger dexterity.
• Always conduct oneself in a manner that reflects a positive professional image.
• Read and utilize math skills for recipes and measurements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.