Cook - Saltgrass Steakhouse

Golden Nugget; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saltgrass in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a professional cook to prepare all menu items in line with Saltgrass recipes and plate specifications, while delivering guest-focused service in line with the company’s KEEP values. You will ensure timely prep, maintain kitchen standards, and contribute to a clean, organized station.

You should have at least one year of cooking experience, knowledge of kitchen equipment, and strong math and English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement is 18 years old.
• Health card is required.
• Must have great people skills, able to communicate and execute tasks in a face-paced and intense environment, and to be respectful of everyone.
• Minimum one-year cooking experience, preferably in a Hotel/Casino environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife skills.
• Bachelor’s or related degree preferred
• 1-year experience.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills to include ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide specific to position responsibilities.
• Ability to read and understand all policies and procedures.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, employees, and members of management in English, specific to position duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to complete standard forms and reports.

Responsibilities

• Read, decipher and execute cooking procedures and plate presentations based on established recipes and plate specifications.
• Work quickly and accurately while maintaining completed food preparation within Saltgrass timing guidelines.
• Arrive to work with a clean and professional appearance and all relevant work necessities.
• Thorough knowledge of food menus and plate specifications. Knowledge must be used to ensure proper quality of products, presentation of product to the guest, and superior service.
• Ensure product quality with proper rotation and portioning of products.
• Maintain your station and the kitchen; organized, sanitized and stocked to prescribed PAR levels.
• Detail oriented.
• Use proper food handling techniques when preparing food.
• Knowledge of and proper use of kitchen equipment throughout the restaurant.
• Ensure work environment is always safe and all safety equipment is being utilized as applicable.
• Continuously engage in teamwork by offering help to fellow employees and managers to ensure the finest possible service is given to our guests.
• Be courteous and respectful to everyone, and be positive and professional at all times.
• Adhere to all applicable policies and procedures, and health laws.
• Follows direction efficiently and positively.
• Communicate with Management of supply needs, equipment function, and/or other area of the restaurant in need of attention.

Skills

Cooking experience

People skills

Math basics

English communication

Policy comprehension

Education

Bachelor’s or related degree

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Knife skills

Job description

Overview

It is the responsibility of the cook to prepare all food items according to Saltgrass menu, Recipes and Plate Specifications, and guest requests. Assure food preparation and service is of the highest quality and according to specified prep times. This position must also exhibit a high level of professional and personalized guest service that embodies the Company’s brand standard and core values (K.E.E.P. – Kindness, Engagement, Empathy and Positivity).

Responsibilities

• Ability to read, decipher and execute cooking procedures and plate presentation based on established recipes and plate specifications.
• Work quickly and accurately while maintaining completed food preparation within Saltgrass timing guidelines.
• Arrive to work with a clean and professional appearance and all relevant work necessities.
• Thorough knowledge of food menus and plate specifications. Knowledge must be used to ensure proper quality of products, presentation of product to the guest, and superior service.
• Ensure product quality with proper rotation and portioning of products.
• Maintain your station and the kitchen; organized, sanitized and stocked to prescribed PAR levels.
• Detail oriented.
• Use proper food handling techniques when preparing food.
• Knowledge of and proper use of kitchen equipment throughout the restaurant.
• Ensure work environment is always safe and all safety equipment is being utilized as applicable.
• Continuously engage in teamwork by offering help to fellow employees and managers to ensure the finest possible service is given to our guests.
• Be courteous and respectful to everyone, and be positive and professional at all times.
• Adhere to all applicable policies and procedures, and health laws.
• Follows direction efficiently and positively.
• Communicate with Management of supply needs, equipment function, and/or other area of the restaurant in need of attention.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Minimum age requirement is 18 years old.
• Health card is required.
• Must have great people skills, able to communicate and execute tasks in a face-paced and intense environment, and to be respectful of everyone.
• Minimum one-year cooking experience, preferably in a Hotel/Casino environment.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and knife skills.
• Bachelor’s or related degree preferred
• 1-year experience.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills to include ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide specific to position responsibilities.
• Ability to read and understand all policies and procedures.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, employees, and members of management in English, specific to position duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to complete standard forms and reports.

Disclaimer: The above information is intended as a high-level overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position and does not represent the full job description which will include all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and working conditions associated with the job. For more information or to see the full job description, contact the Human Resources department at the location in which you are applying.

Tipped Position

This position does not earn tips