Cook II - Full Time - Harrah's Gulf Coast

Caesars Entertainment; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking a Cook to join their kitchen team in Biloxi. The role involves preparing a variety of dishes, ensuring proper cooking methods, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, food preparation experience, and a local health department sanitation certificate. This is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about culinary arts.

Qualifications

• 6 months prior experience as a cook or cook’s helper.
• Ability to follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food items as per recipes.
• Controls food production and maintains sanitation.
• Demonstrates kitchen maintenance and organizational skills.

Skills

Ability to train

Food preparation

Sanitation techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

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.