Cook - Plum Lounge

Hard Rock Hotel Cancun; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is looking for a Cook to join our team in Bristol, Virginia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing a variety of foods and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Qualified individuals will have a basic knowledge of food preparation, culinary education, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including holidays and weekends. Join us to help create an unforgettable guest experience!

Qualifications

• Must be able to work holidays and weekends.
• Must successfully pass background check and drug screening.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods using various cooking methods.
• Ensure the cleanliness of workstations.
• Assist co-workers for efficient kitchen operation.

Skills

Basic food preparation knowledge

Line work experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Culinary apprenticeship or Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Choppers

Slicers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

## Cook - Plum LoungeApplylocations: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristoltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R8398Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits**Job Description:****POSITION SUMMARY:**The incumbent in this position is responsible for properly preparing any and all foods listed on the respective menus that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, and poached in an assigned kitchen outlet.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:***(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)** Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Bristol their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.* Prepares foods that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, baked, boiled, braised, poached or prepared in the pantry; ensures that all plates or pans served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of the customer and the chef.* Recognizes a variety of sauces and properly places them on all entrees featured on daily menus.* Keeps workstation neat and clean.* Assists co-workers to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen.* On occasion may perform duties for special events/ parties.* Ensures cleanliness of working area; reports all equipment for safety failures, hazardous areas and accidents.* Ensures the proper storing of any foods, including those from a previous function.* Ensures that items are fully stocked, and equipment is in good working condition.* Ensures the proper closing down of workstations.* Assists with other duties at special events or parties and assisting where necessary to include but not limited to carving, cooking, set up and or teardown stations or work areas or other duties as assigned.* Attend and participate in meetings, completing follow-up as assigned.* Perform work regularly and predictably.* Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work and public spaces.* Other duties as assigned.**EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:***(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)*This knowledge and these abilities are typically acquired through a High School Diploma or Equivalent. A culinary apprenticeship, an Associate’s Degree from a culinary institution or an equivalent with some industry experience is preferred.**ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc):*** Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Virginia Lottery.* Must successfully pass background check.* Must successfully pass drug screening.* Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.* Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts.**KNOWLEDGE OF:*** Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.**ABILITY TO:*** Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.* Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.* Use all equipment associated with the position, including, but not limited to, choppers, slicers, mixers and grinders.