Cook 4 - Canopy Lounge - Starting at $20.05/hr + $2,000.00 Sign-On Bonus

Foxwoods Resort Casino; Mashantucket (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxwoods Resort Casino is seeking a skilled Cook 4 to prepare and cook food, manage kitchen areas, and assist in venue management. Applicants should have a minimum of three years experience in a full service or production kitchen and possess a culinary arts degree or certification. This role requires the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while ensuring exceptional guest service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in a full service or production kitchen.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 35lbs.
• Must be able to work during weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food items for restaurants and in-room dining.
• Assists with venue management and supervises personnel.
• Executes multiple dishes and recipes under high-pressure situations.

Skills

Cooking methods

Inventory management

Communication

Multitasking

Team leadership

Customer service

Education

Associate’s Degree or Vocational Certification in Culinary Arts

Job description

Under the direction of the Sous Chef, the Cook 4 prepares and cooks food, cleans, stocks and maintains all kitchen, preparation, service, dining and storage areas. Assists with venue management, including but not limited to; expediting, managing inventory and supervising personnel. Must be able to perform cooking methods, prepare soups, stocks and sauces and the operation of all hot and cold culinary stations proficiently according to Foxwoods culinary departmental standards. Must have the ability to understand food requests, ask questions regarding its preparation and assure the team member's or guest's satisfaction with their order in English. An Associate’s Degree or Vocational Certification in Culinary Arts preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a full service or production kitchen required. Understand fulfilling and execution of multitasks in a short period of time, from communication - production - prep to service. Must execute multiple dishes and recipes in a short amount of time. Able to communicate, lead and drive with other team members, (BOH, FOH servers, bartenders expo chefs, FOH managers) during high peak service or events while executing multiple dishes. Ability to stand and work manned stations in front of guests for long period of time. Prepares and cooks food items for consumption at restaurants and/or in-room dining. Working during weekends, holidays and peak business periods are required, including working any shift/day designated by the department. Team member must be able to lift a minimum of 35lbs. multiple times per day, and push a cart weighing up to 100lbs. Foxwoods Resort Casino is committed to providing our guests an "extraordinary" guest service experience. Must be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect. Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done. Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special.

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