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

Caesars Entertainment; Valley Center (CA); Hybrid; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Harrah's Resort Southern California in Valley Center, CA is hiring a Cook III for the main kitchen. This full-time, on-site role will lead the line, prepare all food orders to Harrah’s standards, and maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety.

You will supervise cooks, manage production levels, and support the chef in a high-volume environment while upholding USPH guidelines and company values.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2 years of high-volume cooking experience in a quality establishment.
• 1-year culinary arts education or training preferred.

Aufgaben

• Prepare all food orders promptly according to Harrah’s standards and kitchen guide.
• Lead the work crew, direct production on the line and in the back kitchen when needed.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness and sanitation per USPH standards.
• Ensure ingredients meet recipe standards and quality, and monitor production levels.
• Assist the chef and train Cook I/II; support front/back of house as needed.

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

2 years high-volume cooking

1-year culinary education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Cook III- 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 position is responsible to prepare all food orders in a timely manner and in accordance with Harrah’s standards and kitchen/outlets guide specifications. Lead the work crew in the completion of any assigned task and successfully direct food production on the line as well as in the back kitchen in the absence of a chef. 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.
• Perform lead skills and be able to work any position in assigned kitchen.
• Good working knowledge of the uses of bases and flavorings, menu planning, soups, sauces, meat, poultry, seafood, food display, etc.
• Ensure the proper ingredient supply levels are maintained.
• Ensure products meet all recipe standards.
• 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.
• Responsible for maintaining proper production levels.
• Knowledgeable of all phases of food preparation and productions methods and measures
• Complete a task, even if overtime is involved.
• Know and understand all cooking tools and measurement conversions.
• Maintain integrity with food and labor controls.
• Relieve line cooks as needed for proper staffing and breaks.
• Make recommendations in ordering supplies.
• Assist the chef in many aspects of lead cooking and supervision of a professional kitchen.
• Ability to cooperate and interact effectively with both front and back of house personnel.
• Expedite lines in absence of Sous Chef
• Always maintain adequate supplies of menu items to maintain food costs.
• Maintain all kitchen areas in a sanitary condition, and ensures all equipment is operational.
• Inspect all assigned areas and coordinates cleaning with the kitchen steward.
• Inspect all food stations to ensure safety and sanitation.
• Protect all company assets regarding waste, breakage, and theft.
• Maintain portion consistency and food temperature.
• Direct and train all cook I’s and cook II’s.
• Encourage all cooks to consistently improve techniques.
• Ensure food products meet standards and make appropriate changes when necessary.
• Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements.
• Ensure all required logbooks and temperature logs, are maintained, and verified.
• Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications.
• Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware, and machinery
• Calibrate pH meters and thermometers.
• Share equipment with co-workers.
• Ensure service recovery activities in absence of sous chef.
• Participative member of the team by volunteering and being involved with projects, committees, and task forces by providing input and suggestions.
• Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion of Level I and II cook or 2 years of cooking in a high volume, quality establishment with culinary experience in a comparable kitchen required.
• One-year Culinary Arts education, trade certifications or training preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime, if required.
• 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.
• Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene

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: $23.50 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.
ADA
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.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
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 88359
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Harrah's Resort Southern California (On-site)