Buffet Cook at Luxury Resort: Fast-Paced, Flavorful

Golden Road Motor Inn DBA Atlantis Casino Resort Spa; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Holiday pay

Weekly resort prizes

Career development and training

Job summary

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, Nevada, is seeking a Cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will prepare a wide range of dishes, follow standardized recipes, and maintain safety and quality throughout service.

Role requires strong teamwork, adaptability to a fast-paced environment, and adherence to hygiene standards. Culinary certification is a plus, and a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook in a high-volume restaurant setting.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and methods.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Culinary degree or relevant culinary certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, salads, and desserts, while ensuring adherence to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety and quality.
• Collaborate with fellow kitchen staff to ensure efficient production and timely service.
• Utilize various cooking techniques such as grilling, frying, sautéing, baking, and roasting to create flavorful and visually appealing dishes.
• Adjust cooking methods and timings based on ingredient freshness and guest preferences.
• Execute menu items with precision, maintaining consistency in taste, appearance, and portion size.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages or excesses to the sous chef or kitchen manager.
• Taste and evaluate dishes for flavor, seasoning, and quality before they are served.
• Implement corrective actions when necessary to ensure the highest standard of dishes.
• Work closely with fellow cooks, kitchen staff, and sous chefs to coordinate cooking times and maintain a smooth kitchen operation.
• Participate in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff members.
• Adhere to strict hygiene, health, and safety standards, including proper use of equipment, utensils, and personal protective equipment.
• Keep workstations clean and organized, practicing good sanitation habits throughout the shift.
• Manage multiple orders simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while upholding quality standards.
• Assist in maintaining kitchen inventory, rotating stock, and minimizing food waste.
• Other duties as assigned my management.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Skills

Cook experience

Education

Culinary degree or certifications

Job description

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, Nevada, is seeking a Cook to join our high-volume kitchen team. You will prepare a wide range of dishes, follow standardized recipes, and maintain safety and quality throughout service.

Role requires strong teamwork, adaptability to a fast-paced environment, and adherence to hygiene standards. Culinary certification is a plus, and a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends is expected.