Cook- Chart House

Golden Nugget Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Chart House Las Vegas is seeking a cook to prepare all menu items according to Chart House menu, recipes, and plate specifications, while delivering high-quality service aligned with the brand standards. The role requires attention to detail, knowledge of kitchen equipment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced casino-hotel setting.

Minimum one year of cooking experience is preferred, with English literacy and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• Great people skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and work in a fast-paced environment
• English reading/writing/speaking proficiency
• Basic mathematical skills relevant to position

Responsibilities

• Read, decipher and execute cooking procedures and plate presentations from established recipes and plate specifications.
• Work quickly and accurately while maintaining food preparation within timing guidelines.
• Keep station clean, organized, sanitized and stocked to PAR levels.
• Ensure knowledge of menus and plate specifications to guarantee product quality and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain safe work environment and proper use of safety equipment.
• Collaborate with team to deliver the finest possible service to guests.

Job description

Overview

It is the responsibility of the cook to prepare all food items according to Chart House menu, Recipes and Plate Specifications, and guest requests. Assure food preparation and service is of the highest quality and according to specified prep times. This position must also exhibit a high level of professional and personalized guest service that embodies the Company’s brand standard and core values (K.E.E.P. – Kindness, Engagement, Empathy and Positivity).

Responsibilities

• Ability to read, decipher and execute cooking procedures and plate presentation based on established recipes and plate specifications.
• Work quickly and accurately while maintaining completed food preparation within Chart House timing guidelines.
• Arrive to work with a clean and professional appearance and all relevant work necessities.
• Thorough knowledge of food menus and plate specifications. Knowledge must be used to ensure proper quality of products, presentation of product to the guest, and superior service.
• Ensure product quality with proper rotation and portioning of products.
• Maintain your station and the kitchen; organized, sanitized and stocked to prescribed PAR levels.
• Detail oriented.
• Use proper food handling techniques when preparing food.
• Knowledge of and proper use of kitchen equipment throughout the restaurant.
• Ensure work environment is always safe and all safety equipment is being utilized as applicable.
• Continuously engage in teamwork by offering help to fellow employees and managers to ensure the finest possible service is given to our guests.
• Be courteous and respectful to everyone, and be positive and professional at all times.
• Adhere to all applicable policies and procedures, and health laws.
• Follows direction efficiently and positively.
• Communicate with Management of supply needs, equipment function, and/or other area of the restaurant in need of attention.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement is 18 years old.
• Health card is required.
• Must have great people skills, able to communicate and execute tasks in a face-paced and intense environment, and to be respectful of everyone.
• Minimum one-year cooking experience, preferably in a Hotel/Casino environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife skills.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Bachelor’s or related degree preferred.
• 1-year experience.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills to include ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide specific to position responsibilities.
• Ability to read and understand all policies and procedures.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, employees, and members of management in English, specific to position duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to complete standard forms and reports.

Disclaimer

The above information is intended as a high-level overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position and does not represent the full job description which will include all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and working conditions associated with the job. For more information or to see the full job description, contact the Human Resources department at the location in which you are applying.

Tipped Position

This position does not earn tips