Cook, Extra Board

Resort World Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic kitchen team at a luxury resort, where you will play a crucial role in food preparation and presentation. As an Extra Board Cook, you will support chefs across multiple stations, ensuring that every dish meets high standards of quality and presentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant environment, where your culinary skills will shine. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you. Experience the excitement of a fast-paced kitchen while contributing to memorable dining experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year cooking experience in full-service restaurants.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a polished appearance.

Responsibilities

• Support outlet kitchen chefs and assist with food preparation.
• Ensure quality of food presentation and maintain sanitation standards.

Skills

Ability to translate recipes into dishes

Knife skills

Effective communication in English

Customer service skills

Ability to work varied shifts

Education

One year of cooking experience in a full-service restaurant

Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Job description

Summary Statement:

The Extra Board Cook will be responsible for supporting the outlet kitchen chefs and assisting with supporting kitchen staff. This role will work on multiple stations within the kitchen and ensure the preparation and quality of food are to outlet standards.

PrimaryJob Duties:– Includes but is not limited to:

• Preparation of food according to restaurant recipes and/or guests’ request(s).
• Assist multiple stations with food prep, cooking and plating (e.g. broiler, sauté, fryer, garde manger, etc.…), when needed.
• Maintain the highest level of food presentation and quality.
• Ensure sanitation procedures and organization of work area(s).
• Adhere to all health code regulations and standards.
• Maintain food and supply inventory and notify management of restocking requirements.
• Attend and participate in daily briefings or pre-shifts.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
• Ensure all Resorts World core values and property and department standards are implemented and applied.
• Use personal device/cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review of company documents, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

Qualifications: Includes but is not limited to:

• Ability to translate recipes into dishes.
• Compatible knife skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to obtain & maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in a large, luxury resort setting.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• At least one year of cooking experience in a full-service restaurants or similar environment.

Preferred:

• Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field or training.

Certificates, Licenses, Regulations:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Position required licenses:
  • Food Handler Card
    

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality.
• Prolonged sitting/standing.
• Bending and reaching.
• Transporting, pushing, pulling, lifting and maneuvering items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to comply with Policies and Procedures, Job Description, daily memorandums, chemical labels (MSDS) and other instructions.