Cook II - Full Time - Harrah's Gulf Coast

Caesars Entertainment; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment's Harrah's Gulf Coast in Biloxi is seeking a Cook II for full-time, hands-on food preparation across menus, including soups, salads, entrees, and desserts. You will manage multiple stations, ensure consistency and quality, and work in a fast-paced resort kitchen.

The role emphasizes adherence to recipe specifications, proper cooking times and temperatures, kitchen cleanliness, and teamwork, contributing to the guest experience and the company's service standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to train and follow recipes.
• Local Health Department sanitation certificate.
• 6 months prior experience as a cook or cook’s helper.

Responsibilities

• Prepares soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, breakfast items and desserts.
• Prepares, cooks and seasons all food according to recipe specifications.
• Maintains assigned station and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Follows proper cooking methods, times and temperatures; adheres to sanitation programs.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Local Health Department sanitation certificate

Job description

Cook II - Full Time - Harrah's Gulf Coast

WE ARE CAESARS

At Caesars Entertainment, our Mission, Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose, providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission, Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward, and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.

Our Mission: “Create the Extraordinary"

Our Vision: “We create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence."

Our Values: “Blaze the Trail, Together We Win, All-In on Service”

Our corporate social responsibility framework, People Planet Play, represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development, uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families, and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Prepares items such as but not limited to soups, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, entrees, breakfast items and desserts. Prepares, cooks and seasons all food. Shows skills in garde manager, broiler, saucier and large quantity cooking according to recipe specifications. Controls food production in all work areas including proper cooking methods, proper cooking times and temperature. Familiar with all phases of food preparation techniques. Adheres to kitchen maintenance and sanitation programs. Maintains assigned station and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition. Demonstrates Harrah’s Spotlight 5 behaviors: Initiates Friendly Greeting, Smiles and Makes Eye Contact, Demonstrates Upbeat and Positive Attitude, Checks for Satisfaction, Provides a Warm Farewell.

What You Will Need

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED is required. Ability to train and follow recipes. Local Health Department sanitation certificate. 6 months prior experience as a cook or cook’s helper.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Mobility and dexterity to move large, heavy objects up to 100 pounds. Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils and handling of food items.

TOGETHER WE WIN

We believe in delivering family-style service—an approach that fosters warmth, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family, creating a welcoming environment built on respect, teamwork, and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers, we prioritize service that is thoughtful, supportive, and rooted in genuine relationships.

DISCLAIMER

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals’ religious beliefs or practices.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Caesars Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Caesars Entertainment will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.

Job Info

• Job Identification 81192


• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary