COOK - FRESH HARVEST (BUFFET)

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and well-being support

Job summary

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa is seeking a Cook to maintain high culinary standards set by the executive chef. The Cook will be responsible for food preparation, seasoning, and ensuring all kitchen duties are executed efficiently. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Strong communication skills and knowledge of sanitation are essential. The position may involve lifting heavy items and working under noisy conditions, including exposure to the casino floor.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a high volume kitchen assisting in food preparation.
• Must possess knowledge of sanitation and quality food preparation techniques.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to interact effectively with other staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain standards established by the executive chef.
• Prepare and present food, ensuring availability and proper seasoning.
• Cut or peel fruits and vegetables and boil water for rice or pasta.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well‑being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members to stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our full list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description

The Cook is responsible for maintaining the standards established by the executive chef. This includes preparation and presentation of food, tasting, and sanitation.

Essential Duties

• Cutting or peeling fruits and vegetables
• Boiling water for rice or pasta
• Making sure food on the menu is available and prepared
• Seasoning food

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a high volume kitchen assisting in the preparation of food.
• Must possess knowledge of sanitation and quality food preparation techniques. Must be flexible and able to work all kitchen areas.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able interact effectively with other staff to produce a positive guest experience.

Work Environment

Duties and responsibilities are typically performed in the back of house of the casino, which can be fast‑paced with excessive noise. Also, there may be times where you will need to be on the Casino Floor or pass through this area. On the Casino Floor, you may be exposed to casino‑related environmental factors including, but not limited to, second hand smoke and excessive noise.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Native American Preference Policy

The Tribal Council gives preference in all of its employment practices to Native Americans. First preference in hiring, training, promoting and in all other aspects of employment is given to members of the Seminole Tribe who meet the job requirements. Second preference is given to members of other federally recognized Native American Tribes who meet the job requirements.

Employment Process

Seminole Gaming’s employment process requires candidates to obtain gaming licensure by successfully completing a background check with Seminole Gaming Compliance and Regulations, prior to beginning employment. These background checks may include, but are not limited to:

• Credit Check
• Criminal Background Check
• Drug Screen

Disclaimer

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).