Cook: Full-Time (Variable Shifts)

Chumash Casino; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant team as a Cook, where you will be responsible for preparing quality meals and ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment. This full-time position requires experience in cooking and a passion for providing excellent service to residents. Ideal candidates will have strong culinary skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in cooking.
• Current ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Ability to lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Support catering and special event needs.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Knife skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Details

• Job Title: Cook
• Status: Full-time
• Reports To: Executive Chef / Dining Manager

Position Summary

As a Cook, reporting directly to the Executive Chef/Dining Manager, you will ensure the provision of quality food preparation in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations while supporting the team in optimizing each resident's well-being and overall experience.

Essential Functions

• Cook and bake
• Help with serving meals, drinks, and maintaining a clean work area
• Support all catering, room service, special party needs, marketing functions, etc.
• Take drink and food orders
• Sanitize, set, and bus tables
• Maintain food inventories and perform food cost control measures
• Possess a working knowledge of individual assignments and resident dining needs
• Practice sanitation regulations and safety rules with regards to preparing, handling, labeling, and storing food, and clean kitchen equipment
• Complete daily checklist of duties for kitchen and dining room
• Follow all policies for Dining Service Department
• Assist with Sales/Marketing procedures to develop and enhance satisfaction levels
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but work/life experiences will be considered
• 2-4 years of experience in cooking
• Knowledge of multiple cooking techniques including baking, sautéing, frying, sauces, and cold food prep
• Strong knife skills, ability to follow recipes, and knowledge of measurements
• Understanding and ability to practice proper food handling techniques
• Current ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within 60 days
• Ability to stand and walk continuously, reach, bend, and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.
• Collaborative team player with strong customer service and communication skills
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Appreciation for seniors and understanding of the aging process
• Basic mathematical skills

Physical Demands

Must be able to work with residents exhibiting disruptive behaviors, and perform activities such as sitting, standing, walking, handling, reaching, talking, hearing, crouching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

Salary Range: $16-18 per hour

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Industry: Restaurants