Cook I - Urban Table

Wind Creek Bethlehem; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wind Creek Bethlehem is seeking a Cook I to perform basic food preparation, cooking and storage, assisting culinary teammates for service readiness. Follow menus, and adhere to Wind Creek Bethlehem policies, safety standards and internal controls.

The role emphasizes reading and following recipes, maintaining professionalism, and working varied shifts, including weekends/holidays, in a fast-paced casino kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age and legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Effective communication in English, both oral and written.
• Maintain a professional, neat appearance.
• Be able to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Arrive on time in proper uniform.
• Garde manger duties in the kitchen.
• Cook duties in assigned outlet and follow menus.
• Read and follow all recipes or directions from Chef/Sous Chef.
• Demonstrate basic cooking skills and safe handling of tools.
• Follow sanitation guidelines and safety standards.
• Complete paperwork per company policies and internal controls.
• Understand and comply with gambling regulations affecting service.

Skills

English comms

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Professional appearance

Job description

Description

The primary responsibility of the Cook I is executing basic food preparation, cooking and storage and to assist other culinary team members in preparation for service. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and Wind CreekBethlehempolicies, practices, and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

• Arrive for shift on time and in proper uniform.
• Primarily responsible for restaurant garde manger duties.
• Responsible for cooking duties in assigned food outlet.
• Must read and follow all menus as directed by Chef or Sous Chef .
• Must consistently demonstrate knowledge of basic cooking skills.
• Able to safely handle kitchen tools and equipment and follow sanitation guidelines.
• Properly use equipment, tools or systems to complete assigned tasks and complies with company safety standards.
• Develop a working knowledge of any PGCB rules, regulations and Internal Controls applicable to your position.
• Complete all paperwork in accordance with PGCB and approved Wind Creek Bethlehem standards.
• Read and understand the Wind Creek Bethlehem Compulsive and Problem Gambling Plan with regards to how to conduct business in this position and specifically the regulations prohibiting service to minors and/or intoxicated persons.
• Provide superior customer service to all internal and external customers in compliance with the Wind Creek Bethlehem customer service standards.
• Adhere to and complies with both departmental and overall property policies and procedures.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Employment Requirements

• 18 years of age, proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a positive/upbeat fashion utilizing English; both in oral and written form.
• Interpersonal skills with focused attention on guest needs to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to the Wind Creek Bethlehem appearance standards.
• Maintain consistent adherence to the Wind Creek Bethlehem Customer Service Standards.
• Must be able to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Specific Position Requirements

• Previous experience as a cook in any food service establishment preferred.
• Understanding of basic food preparation.
• Ability to read and accurately follow food preparation recipes.
• Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision.
• Physical ability to access all areas of the property.
• Ability to withstand prolonged standing, stretching, bending and kneeling without restriction, work indoors, outdoors and be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to CRT fatigue, noise, dust, cigarette smoke.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment and maintain physical stamina, proper mental attitude while dealing effectively with guests, management, team members, and outside contacts while working under pressure and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to lift or carry a minimum of 50 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks assigned.
• Ability to work with others, communicate well, receive direction; review your own work.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward work and interface with guests in a friendly and polite manner.
• Ability to address stressful situations with clients with dignity and the utmost tact and politeness.
• Must be able to work with others, communicate well and receive direction when needed to achieve department goals and objectives.
• Must be able to qualify for, apply for and obtain a Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board license if required.

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