Cook- BurgerJoint

Ameristar-Casinos,-Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming Corporation is seeking a skilled Cook to join the kitchen team. The Cook will prepare high-quality meals, maintain food safety standards, and contribute to a positive kitchen environment in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with staff to ensure smooth operations and dietary accommodations as needed.

Qualifications

• 1 year of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, catering, or institutional kitchen setting
• Proficiency in food preparation techniques and knife skills
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe certification or equivalent preferred)
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to established recipes and presentation standards
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Manage inventory, monitor stock levels, and report supply needs
• Plate and present dishes to meet quality and aesthetic standards
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain a clean and organized work station
• Follow portion control guidelines and minimize food waste
• Respond to special dietary requests and modifications
• Assist with menu development and food preparation planning as needed

Skills

Cooking techniques

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Tools

ServSafe

Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry. Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team. The Cook will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals, maintaining food safety standards, and contributing to a positive kitchen environment. This role requires strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook food items according to established recipes and presentation standards
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Manage inventory, monitor stock levels, and report supply needs
• Plate and present dishes to meet quality and aesthetic standards
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and management to ensure smooth operations
• Maintain a clean and organized work station
• Follow portion control guidelines and minimize food waste
• Respond to special dietary requests and modifications
• Assist with menu development and food preparation planning as needed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 1yearof professional cooking experience in a restaurant, catering, or institutional kitchen setting
• Proficiency in food preparation techniques and knife skills
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe certification or equivalent preferred)
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds regularly

Additional Information

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.