Job Description
The Cook I safely prepares food items according to menu specifications and standard recipes for all outlets, ensuring consistent quality, picture-perfect plate presentation, positive guest interaction, and freshness of all food offerings.
Job Description
The Cook I safely prepares food items according to menu specifications and standard recipes for all outlets, ensuring consistent quality, picture-perfect plate presentation, positive guest interaction, and freshness of all food offerings.
Responsibilities
Prepare all food items according to standard recipes and menu specifications to ensure consistency for guests.
- Monitor assigned station and assist in the production of select menu items and ingredients.
- Actively participate in cooking, preparing, plating, garnishing, and assembling food for all outlets.
- Follow control procedures for food costs and quality. Interact with guests in a friendly manner and inform them of station offerings.
- Encourage and follow all Health Department codes and hand-washing guidelines.
- Understand and follow all time and temperature control rules.
- Ensure all food is properly labeled and stored according to departmental guidelines.
- Use the FIFO system when storing goods and menu items.
- Provide excellent guest service and maintain positive guest interactions.
- Ensure the safety and security of employees and guests.
- Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Follow all department and company policies and procedures.
- Meet performance goals and verbal or documented expectations.
- Maintain a clean and organized station for guests.
- Keep menu items fresh in appearance on buffet lines.
- Support guest service and guest satisfaction programs.
- Understand and adhere to all Colorado Division of Gaming regulations and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Maintain positive interpersonal working relationships with all personnel.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrate strong public relations and guest service skills.
- Use all tools and equipment in the kitchen and restaurant area properly and safely.
- Accurately perform all assigned job duties in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Complete all assigned duties accurately and in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Ability to read and write for recipes, labeling, and communication.
- Completion and passing of all required company training programs.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Previous food and beverage experience in a high-volume kitchen.
- Previous customer service experience.
- Knowledge of PPE requirements and sanitation laws.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English to read recipes and communicate with team members and guests.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including late nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to read, write, and understand simple instructions.
- Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with guests and team members.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to work in a high-volume kitchen environment
- Ability to stand for extended period and perform repetitive motions
- Ability to lift, carry, bend, reach and handle hot or cold items safely
- Compliance with all company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Starting Pay: $ 20.00