Cook

[1008 Lakeside] Golden Pahrump Lakeside, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Pahrump Lakeside, LLC is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our kitchen and deliver high-quality dishes that enhance the guest experience. You oversee kitchen operations during your shift, ensuring ingredients are fresh, properly stored, and prepared to standard.

You will support the chef in food preparation, maintain a clean workstation, and ensure food safety. The role requires strong knife skills, teamwork, and a commitment to guest service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of cooking experience in a high-volume or fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and ability to handle kitchen tools with precision and safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and safety-conscious work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and courteous guest service consistent with the company's guest service culture.
• Prepare all food items in accordance with standard recipes or supervisor direction to ensure consistency and quality.
• Ensure proper storage, rotation, and labeling of ingredients to maintain freshness and food safety standards.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and refrigeration units to ensure cleanliness and operational condition.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift; perform general kitchen cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Assist the chef in food preparation, menu execution, and proper product placement.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable gaming laws and company internal controls, policies and procedures, Title 31, and federal regulations, if they apply to the position.
• Provide outstanding guest service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members that meets the company's guest service culture standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Year of cooking experience

Knife skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Golden Pahrump Lakeside, LLC , we don't just offer jobs - we build careers. In a business that’s often about flash, we're the real deal. With a diverse portfolio of hospitality, gaming, and entertainment properties, we're powered by people who are passionate, reliable, and ready to make an impact. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, you'll find real opportunities here - and a team that’s as invested in your success as you are.

Job Description Summary

As a Cook, you are essential to delivering high-quality dishes that enhance the guest experience. You oversee kitchen operations during your shift, ensuring ingredients are fresh, properly stored, and prepared to standard. Your precision, efficiency, and attention to detail directly impact the success of the culinary team.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Provide timely and courteous guest service consistent with the company's guest service culture Prepare all food items in accordance with standard recipes or supervisor direction to ensure consistency and quality Ensure proper storage, rotation, and labeling of ingredients to maintain freshness and food safety standards Monitor kitchen equipment and refrigeration units to ensure cleanliness and operational condition Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout the shift; perform general kitchen cleaning tasks as assigned Assist the chef in food preparation, menu execution, and proper product placement Ensure compliance with all applicable gaming laws and company internal controls, policies and procedures, Title 31, and federal regulations, if they apply to the position Provide outstanding guest service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members that meets the company's guest service culture standards Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 year of cooking experience in a high-volume or fast-paced kitchen
• Strong knife skills and ability to handle kitchen tools with precision and safety
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
• Committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and safety-conscious work environment

Requirements

• At least 18years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal
• Obtain and maintain all work cards as required by the company
• Verify right to work in the United States

Physical Requirements

• Frequently push/pull up to 50lbs.
• Frequently lift and/or carry up to 50lbs. at floor, knee, waist, and chest levels
• Frequently Squat, kneel, reach, bend, twist
• Frequently standing and walking
• Ability to communicate using in-person speech, radios, and telephone
• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sound in person
• Ability to distinguish between shades of color
• Ability to use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity

Work Environment

• Indoor
• Noisy
• Bright flashing lights
• Extreme Heights
• Extreme hot cold temperatures
• Slippery surfaces
• Exposure to dust, fumes and/or gases

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

If you value community, balance, and authentic connections - plus a little gaming and outdoor fun - Pahrump Nugget and Lakeside offer unique, rewarding careers close to home.

In the heart of Pahrump, our properties offer more than entertainment—they offer belonging. The Nugget features bingo, bowling, dining, and gaming in a familiar, fast-paced environment, while Lakeside brings the serenity of nature together with casino energy.

Whether you're preparing food, maintaining the RV park, greeting guests, or overseeing play on the casino floor, you'll be part of a team rooted in hospitality, support, and local pride.