Cook (Mid-America Center)

Caesars Entertainment; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment in Council Bluffs, IA, on-site, is seeking a Cook's Helper to join our culinary team. You will assist with daily food preparation, follow recipes, and maintain clean, organized storage areas while upholding safety and quality standards.

This role requires reliability, a strong work ethic, and good communication with kitchen staff. Evening and weekend shifts may be required as part of our hospitality service excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months service as a Cook's Helper.
• Demonstrates high-quality standards and reliability.
• Hard-working with effective communication across staff.
• Ability to maintain safety and sanitation policies.
• Able to stand, move around the kitchen and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard recipes and preparation methods.
• Keep reach-in and walk-in refrigeration clean and organized.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation policies.
• Present food according to plating specifications and portion controls.
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance and greet guests.
• Exhibit professional conduct reflecting the Caesars brand.

Skills

Cuisine prep

Team communication

Reliability

Hard-working

Safety & sanitation

Job description

Council Bluffs, IA, United States (On-site)

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.

Job Summary

Eating is a necessity by cooking is an art! We are looking for cooks to join our talented and creative culinary team.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

• Following standard recipe and preparation methods as established while maintaining a clean, orderly workplace and clean immediate area after completing a task.
• Ensuring that reach-in and walk-in refrigeration is clean and orderly, as is all other storage areas.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Present food according to plating specifications while ensuring that high-quality and productivity standards will be strictly maintained; ensuring specified portions will be used in all preparations.
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance and greet guests in a friendly, positive manner.
• Conducting self in manner that reflects credit on Harrah's and Horseshoe while encouraging others to do the same.

What You Will Need

• Minimum of 6 months service as a Cook's Helper.
• Have high-quality standards.
• Be reliable.
• Hard-working.
• Able to communicate effectively with service staff, other cooks, and cook's helpers.
• Must be able to prepare food items on a consistent basis.
• Ability to stand and walk, and mobility to move easily around entire property for entire shift.
• Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodations including ability to push, pull, carry and lift up to 50 lbs., and the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.
• Must be flexible with schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

About Us

Harrah’s Council Bluffs, Horseshoe Council Bluffs, the Mid-America Center, and the Hilton Garden Inn, all part of Caesars Entertainment’s expansive portfolio, are looking to bring the best talent from around the area to the Empire. We know that excellent service begins with our team members, which is why we are all inspired by the company’s Mission, Vision, and Values and why we strive for greatness each and every day. From providing the best gaming experience with two casino properties to offering two hotels with varying amenities, and convention, meeting, and entertainment space perfect for events big and small, our teams and properties are here to serve the Council Bluffs-metro area no matter the need.

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 80902
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Horseshoe Council Bluffs (On-site)