Cook - Part Time (Swing Shift) Harrah's Joliet

Caesars Entertainment; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team at Caesars Entertainment in Joliet! We're looking for enthusiastic and skilled cooks to deliver exceptional service and delicious meals. This role offers part-time opportunities with flexible shifts and the chance to work at exciting venues like Tortazo and Cross Street Grill. If you have a passion for cooking and a great team spirit, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education Assistance program

Exclusive Team Member Discounts

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; culinary degree preferred.
• Must be familiar with production and fast-food cooking.
• Must know sanitary practices for safe food handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast and efficient service of menu items.
• Ensure food production adheres to menus and guidelines.
• Control food quality and preparation for freshness.

Skills

Food knowledge

Team-player attitude

Reliability

Culinary skills

Education

High school diploma

Culinary degree

Job description

Join our dynamic food and beverage team as we search for friendly and enthusiastic, experienced cooks! If you're passionate about the culinary arts, love the thrill of greeting guests, and are eager to dive into food prep, we want YOU to be part of our amazing crew!

We're on the lookout for someone who truly knows their way around the kitchen-hardworking, reliable, and dedicated to providing exceptional service. If you're ready to bring your energy and passion for cooking to our team, we can't wait to hear from you!

We have two fantastic spots for you to work at: Tortazo, a fast-casual eatery by Michelin-starred Chef Rick Bayless, where you can indulge in delicious Mexican flavors, and Cross Street Grill, a cozy place known for its mouthwatering burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and sweet treats.

Join us in crafting a magical atmosphere where every guest feels truly special!

Essential Function:

Provides fast, clean and efficient service of all menu items to the service team.

Ensures each order is consistent with recipe and menu guidelines.

Controls food production and ensures proper cooking methods.

Completes work assigned in a timely manner to ensure freshness and quality.

Prepares foods according to business demands.

Provides a consistent flow of product and service to our guests.

Ensures economical utilization of all products.

Acts as a role model and presents oneself as a credit to Harrah's and encourages others to do the same.

Adheres to all department and company policies and procedures.

Performs all related duties as assigned

Requirements:

High school diploma required; culinary degree preferred.

Wide range of food knowledge.

Must be familiar with production, ala carte and fast-food cooking.

Must know proper cooking temperatures, holding temperatures and sanitation practices to ensure safe food handling and safe food products to our guests.

Possesses knowledge of all kitchen equipment including break down, set-up and sanitation.

Board of Health Sanitation Certificate in sanitation and food handling required.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekends.

Great personality and a team-player attitude are required.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demand:

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. above and below shoulder level and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Position requires 30% standing, 70% walking.

Requires very frequent bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching overhead. Must be able to respond to touch, speech, smell, aural and visual cues.

Must be able to work in an area containing secondary smoke.

Must possess coordination and dexterity to use kitchen utensils.

Must be able to tolerate industry standard cleaning/sanitizing chemicals.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment involving constant internal and external customer contact.

Compensation & Benefits:

$17.50 -$21.50/hr

Employment Type - Part Time

Benefits Package:

• 401(k) retirement plan to help you save for the future, with employer contributions maximum of 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to ensure a work-life balance and time for personal needs
• Education Assistance program to support your professional development and continuous learning
• Exclusive Team Member Discounts as a recognition of your valuable contribution to the team

Shift Details:

• Swing Shift: 3:00 pm -11:30 pm
  
  late Swing: 7:00 pm - 3:30 am

Please note that the schedule may vary based on the operational requirements of the business, so flexibility is essential.

Disclaimer:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technical developments).

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Caesars may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

The ethos of our Caesars family is guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values. We take immense pride in embodying these values: Together, We Win, All In On Service, and Blaze the Trail, each and every day. Our mission is to "Create the Extraordinary." Our vision focuses on "Creating spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. We do not perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars." Should you wish to contribute to the creation of magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic and distinctive career opportunities.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates must obtain an Illinois gaming license and undergo a comprehensive background check. Furthermore, pre-employment drug testing is compulsory for certain positions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc is dedicated to equal opportunity 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