Cook, Lucia Mexican Grill - Part Time

virginlvcareers; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is seeking a dedicated Cook to support the Chef in preparing and presenting menu items and ensuring smooth kitchen operations. You will assist all stations and collaborate with BOH/FOH to deliver excellence.

Role requires stamina, timely execution, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen. Prior prep cook experience and legal US work status are preferred; SNHD card, safety compliance, and flexible scheduling are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; legal ability to work in the United States.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, verbally and in writing.
• Experience as a prep cook or similar kitchen role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow prep lists created by chefs to plan duties.
• Label and stock ingredients for organized access.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for recipes.
• Prepare cooking ingredients and undertake basic cooking duties.
• Prepare simple dishes and maintain a clean, orderly kitchen.
• Store foods properly and comply with nutrition/sanitation guidelines.
• Operate safely with equipment, maintain temperature/time logs, and sanitize as dictated by health guidelines.
• Report health and safety concerns to leadership in a timely manner.
• Participate in training sessions and support seamless BOH + FOH operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Choppers

Job description

YOUR MISSION (The Job Description)

The Cook will play an important role in preparing and presenting all food items as called for by the menu, and in assisting the Chef in the efficient operations of the kitchen. Cook will be responsible for assisting all stations and respective lines as necessary.

THE NITTY-GRITTY (The Essential Job Duties)

• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in recipes
• Prepare cooking ingredients
• Undertake basic cooking duties
• Prepare simple dishes
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
• Exercise professionalism and respect when communicating
• Maintain your work schedule, daily time-punches, and sign-ins to ensure accuracy of timecards
• Adhere to all house policies and standards
• Perform proper changeover, opening, and closing duties
• Maintain accountability to kitchen standards, set prep recipes, and performance procedures
• Follow all prep recipes and procedures and successfully perform these duties as assigned and/or reassigned by leadership
• Participate in seamless operation between BOH + FOH staff members, ensuring proper service to our guests
• Perform to high standards of excellence, execution, and cleanliness
• Always keep your active SNHD Food Handler's card with you while on property.
• Execute proper health and safety protocols while operating equipment, handling food, storing food, maintaining temperature & time control logs, and sanitizing as dictated by the SNHD
• Report health and safety incidents and concerns directly to leadership in an accurate and timely manner
• Contribute to successful SNHD health inspections
• Actively participate in all scheduled required training sessions

WHAT IT TAKES (The Qualities We Look For)

• Ability to move quickly and efficiently through the Kitchen
• Work environment is noisy, must constantly receive and communicate information
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• A team player with good communication skills
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure

MUST HAVE'S

• Current, legal, and unrestricted ability to work in the United States
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written English
• Use all tools associated with the position including but not limited to knives, slicers and choppers
• Review and comprehend recipes and other necessary documentation
• Inspect quality of all food items
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees
• Move effectively and efficiently throughout work areas
• Current, legal, and unrestricted ability to work in the United States
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active SNHD Food Handlers card with a minimum of six months before expiration
• Previous experience as a prep cook or equivalent
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE'S

• Must enjoy being around and working with people
• Comply with all safety and health department procedures as well as all state and federal laws
• Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance
• Adhere to hotel policies including but not limited to attendance, safety, and behavior

THE WORKING CONDITIONS

• Lift, pull, push and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for periods of 8-10 hours
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written English
• Bend, squat and stretch in areas of limited space to perform cleaning, organization, and other duties
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of cold, heat, smoke, and sound. Incumbents are at times subject to hazards such as chemicals; proper safety precautions will be taken

VALUABLE TRAITS

• 50% logical / 50% creative / 100% AWESOME
• Enjoy working with a team and alone as the situation dictates
• Adaptive, Flexible!
• Emb
• Unwavering integrity and endless work ethic
• Appreciate constructive feedback, as well as graciously providing the same
• Tenacious and self-motivated

*Virgin Hotels celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer*