COOK I - EDR (PART TIME)

Hard Rock Casino Rockford; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned gaming and entertainment venue in Rockford seeks a Food Preparation staff member responsible for food preparation techniques, ensuring cleanliness and safety in the kitchen, and enhancing guest relations. The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma, some culinary experience, and must be flexible with their schedule. Additional requirements include obtaining necessary licenses and passing a background check. This role includes weekend and holiday work, offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Culinary apprenticeship or Associate's Degree preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain all relevant licenses/certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various foods including grilling and frying.
• Ensure cleanliness of the workstation and kitchen.
• Create an inviting atmosphere for guests.
• Assist co-workers with efficient kitchen operations.
• May perform duties for special events/parties and assist with carving, setup, teardown.
• Ensure areas are clean and safe; report equipment issues and hazards.
• Store foods properly; ensure items are fully stocked and equipment works.
• Close down stations properly and participate in meetings and follow-up.

Skills

Basic food preparation knowledge

Effective communication

Flexibility to work varying shifts

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Culinary apprenticeship or Associate’s Degree

AA degree

Tools

Choppers

Slicers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The incumbent in this position is responsible for properly preparing any and all foods listed on the respective menus that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached in an assigned kitchen outlet, including the Employee Dining Room.

Responsibilities

• Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Rockford their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
• Prepares foods that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached or prepared in the pantry; ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of the customer and the chef.
• Recognizes a variety of sauces and properly places them on all entrees featured on daily menus.
• Keeps workstation neat and clean.
• Assists co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.
• On occasion may perform duties for special events/parties.
• Ensures cleanliness of working area; reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas and accidents.
• Ensures the proper storing of any foods, including those from a previous function.
• Ensures that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition.
• Ensures the proper closing down of workstations.
• Assists with other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving, cooking, set up and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned.
• Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.
• Perform work regularly and predictably.
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-essential Job Functions

• Attend seminars when needed.

Knowledge Of

• Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.

Ability To

• Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.
• Use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, choppers, slicers, mixers and grinders.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• A culinary apprenticeship, an Associate’s Degree from a culinary institution or an equivalent with some industry experience is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Illinois Gaming Commission.
• Must successfully pass background check.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.

Additional Details

Hard Rock Casino Rockford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Age Requirements: 21+