Cook II- Full Time, Main Kitchen (Harrah's SoCal)

Caesars Entertainment; Valley Center (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrah's Resort Southern California in Valley Center, CA, is hiring a Cook II - Full Time for the Main Kitchen. This role contributes to timely food preparation and adherence to Harrah’s standards and sanitation guidelines.

The candidate will prepare, cook, and season all menu items, maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness, and ensure quality and portion control. Weekend/overtime availability is required and high-volume experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year cooking experience in high-volume food service operation is preferred.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation
• Must have knowledge to operate and maintain all basic kitchen equipment
• Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and season all food.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared.
• Maintain organization and sanitation of the kitchen areas.
• Meet expected service delivery times as defined by department standards.
• Provide fast and clean servicing of all menu items to servers.
• Adhere to kitchen maintenance and sanitation program.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Multitasking

High stress tolerance

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cook II- Full Time, Main Kitchen (Harrah's SoCal)

Valley Center, CA, United States (On-site)

WE ARE HARRAH'S RESORT SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
At Harrah's Resort Southern California, 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.

Job Summary

This role prepares all food orders in a timely manner and in accordance with Harrah’s standards and kitchen/outlets guide specifications. Will also maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation of work area and equipment in accordance with local USPH standards.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

• Endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision, and Values
• Meet expected service delivery times as defined by department’s service standards or as required by receiver of service or goods.
• Ensure that all food products prepared meet the established specifications and standards prior to being served.
• Responsible for fast and clean servicing of all menu items to the servers
• Prepare, cook, and season all food.
• Ensure the quality and presentation of food products prepared.
• Perform all station functions necessary in the prep and cooking areas.
• Always provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates.
• Ensure each order sent out is uniform and consistent.
• Adhere to kitchen maintenance and sanitation program.
• Control food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature and ensuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared food and leftovers.
• Prepare for rush period of work without getting behind.
• Check workstation and maintain the general cleanliness of the various cook stations throughout kitchen.
• Keep stock on hand and organizes orders.
• Fill special orders when customers request it.
• Knowledgeable about Harrah’s facilities, promotions, and services
• Ensure products meet all recipe standards.
• Maintain portion consistency and food temperatures.
• Responsible for maintaining proper production levels.
• Calibrate pH meters, thermometers, and weight/volume measurement scales.

Understand local sanitation, health code laws, weights, and measures requirements.

Ensure all required logbooks, temperature logs and inventory sheets are maintained and verified.

• Protect all company assets regarding waste, breakage, and theft.

Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, knifes, equipment and machinery

• Share equipment with co-workers.

Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner.

• Ability to cooperate and interact effectively with both front and back of house personnel.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year cooking experience in high volume food service operation is preferred.
• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation standards and procedures
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and presentation
• Must have knowledge to operate and maintain all basic kitchen equipment.
• Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Problem-solving abilities with ability to quickly perform mathematical computations.
• Able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy.
• Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required.
• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime, if required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist and grasp.
• Must be able to have exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures.
• Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds in a cart.
• Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke.

Pay: $22.50 per hour

Preference is given to qualified Rincon tribal members and members of other federally recognized tribes.

About Us

Are you ready to join a team that embraces a Funner culture, blazes the trail, and commits to delivering Family-Style Service at every turn? Do you want to embark on an extraordinary adventure that combines learning with fun? AtHarrah’s Resort Southern California, we want you to become an integral part of our vision to create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. Become a part of our team and bring your Funner spirit along with you!

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.
Harrah's Resort Southern California 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.
Harrah's Resort Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harrah's Resort Southern California 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 88358
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Harrah's Resort Southern California (On-site)