Cook - Plum Lounge

Hard Rock Casino Tejon; Mettler (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Casino Tejon is seeking a Cook I to prepare items grilled, fried, broiled, or pantry-based, ensuring each plate matches the requested specs and looks appealing. You will assist on the line, keep a tidy workstation, and support team operations in a busy kitchen environment.

The role requires basic food prep knowledge, 1 year of Cook Trainee or coffee shop line cook experience, or a culinary arts degree/apprenticeship, plus the ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as Cook Trainee or coffee shop line cook.
• Culinary arts degree or recognized apprenticeship preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain licenses per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food to be grilled, fried, broiled, or pantry items according to recipes and customer specs.
• Ensures plates are aesthetically appealing and cooked to specifications.
• Keeps workstation neat and clean and supports line efficiency.
• Capable of lifting 30–40 lbs and moving supplies as needed.
• Flexible to work varying shifts and schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Slicers

Choppers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

Our 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: https://www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefitsJob Description:Job DescriptionUnder the direction of the Sous Chef, the COOK I is responsible for providing superior service to both the internal and external customer. The incumbent is also responsible for properly preparing any and all foods listed on the respective menus that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, or prepared in the pantry.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Prepares food that are to be grilled, fried, broiled, or prepared in the pantry; ensures that all plates served are aesthetically appealing and cooked to the specifications of the customer.Recognizes a variety of sauces and properly places them on all entrees featured on daily menus.Keeps workstation neat and clean.Assists coworkers to ensure efficient operation of the line.This position operates in a working environment that is subjected to varying levels of heat and noise.At times subjected to hazards such as wet floors and dangers associated with the use of heavy duty cutlery, knives, and choppers.Ability to use all equipment associated with the position, including but not limited to choppers, slicers, mixers, and grinders.Ability to review and comprehend recipes and other necessary documentation.Ability to determine if food items are cooked to proper specifications.Ability to efficiently and effectively move around work area.Ability to stock and retrieve all necessary food items and supplies.Ability to lift, carry, and push/pull up to 50 pounds so as to be able to move and stock all necessary supplies.Ability to communicate with customers and all levels of employees.Must be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.Equipment and machines used, but not limited to, are standard kitchen machines such as slicers, choppers, mixers, grinders, etc.May perform other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSBasic food preparation knowledge and line work experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations. These skills are typically acquired through a minimum of one-year prior experience as a Cook Trainee or coffee shop line cook, and/or through the completion of a degree in culinary arts or recognized apprenticeshipSKILLSStrong leadership and interpersonal skillsExcellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.Meticulous, organized and accurateExtreme confidentiality.Familiarity with a variety of computer systems and applications.Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests.Manage multiple details and tasks concurrently in a changing environment.Able to work effectively in a team environment.Analyze and think about how possible solutions impact on the entire operation.PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to stand and sit for extended periods of time.Ability to walk distances.Ability to lift 30 to 40 lbs.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The Casino environment is hectic, fast-paced and often crowded and noisy. May be exposed to casino related environmental factors including, but not limited to excessive noise and constant exposure to general public.