Employee Dining Room Cook III

Caesars Entertainment; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment is seeking a Cook III in Baltimore to build on Cook II duties, lead kitchen production, and ensure quality and safety in every plate. You will prepare items per recipes, supervise staff, and keep operations running smoothly during shifts.

The role requires 3+ years in food prep, Serv-Safe certification, reading/writing recipes, PPE knowledge, and a 2-year culinary degree or certificate. Join our team and contribute to exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum experience in food preparation.
• Must be proficient in all Cook II duties.
• Must successfully complete Serv-Safe training.
• Reads/writes proficiency for recipes and labeling.
• Previous experience working with customers.
• Knowledge of PPE and sanitation laws.
• 2-year culinary degree or certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest.
• Organizes staff and delegates work assignments/tasks appropriately.
• Responsible for opening and closing the kitchen/restaurant properly.
• Conducts the daily shift meetings, communicates expected business levels and productions quantities to staff.
• Monitors staff to be in compliance of all regulations, safety guidelines, and company policies and procedures.
• Provides clear direction, instruction, guidance, and training to kitchen staff.
• Organizes and prioritizes work and meet deadlines.
• Responsible for production of select menu items and ingredients for the restaurant.
• Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up, garnish, and assemble menu items.
• Prepares written food requisitions for supplies and food items for production in the workstation.
• Adheres to control procedures for food costs and quality.
• Gathers all necessary items for recipe execution.
• Prepares compound sauces and derivatives of the mother sauces.
• Monitors time and temperature control rules.
• Controls food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.
• Knows and follows all established sanitation policies.
• Must be proficient in working all areas of the kitchen. This includes but is not limited to; Production, Butchering, Grill/ Broiler/ Sauté, Fry and Garde Manger / Pantry stations.
• All other duties assigned

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen leadership

Sanitation standards

Serv-Safe training

Education

2-year culinary degree or certificate

Job description

WE ARE CAESARS

At Caesars Entertainment, our Mission, Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose, providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission, Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward, and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.

Our Mission: “Create the Extraordinary"

Our Vision: “We create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence.”

Our Values: “Blaze the Trail, Together We Win, All-In on Service”

Our corporate social responsibility framework, People Planet Play, represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development, uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families, and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in.

Job Summary

The Cook III must be proficient in all functions and requirements of the Cook II position.

Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and menu to ensure consistency of product to the guest.

Organizes staff, and delegates work assignments/tasks appropriately.

Responsible for opening and closing the kitchen/restaurant properly.

Conducts the daily shift meetings, communicates expected business levels and productions quantities to staff.

Monitors staff to be in compliance of all regulations, safety guidelines, and company policies and procedures.

Provides clear direction, instruction, guidance, and training to kitchen staff.

Organizes and prioritize work and meet deadlines.

Responsible for production of select menu items and ingredients for the restaurant.

Actively participates with staff to cook, prepare, dish-up, garnish, and assemble menu items.

Prepares written food requisitions for supplies and food items for production in the workstation.

Adheres to control procedures for food costs and quality.

Gathers all necessary items for recipe execution.

Prepares compound sauces and derivatives of the mother sauces.

Monitors time and temperature control rules.

Controls food production to include proper cooking methods, cooking time and temperature, insuring sanitation, handling and storage of prepared foods and leftovers.

Knows and follows all established sanitation policies.

Must be proficient in working all areas of the kitchen. This includes but is not limited to; Production, Butchering, Grill/ Broiler/ Sauté, Fry and Garde Manger / Pantry stations.

All other duties assigned

What You Will Need

3 years minimum experience in food preparation and food knowledge.

Must be proficient in all functions and requirements of the Cook II position.

Must successfully complete Serv-Safe training per departmental guidelines.

Requires reading and writing proficiency for recipes and labeling.

Previous experience working with customers.

Knowledge of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and sanitation laws.

Successful completion of a 2-year culinary degree or certificate.

TOGETHER WE WIN

We believe in delivering family-style service—an approach that fosters warmth, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family, creating a welcoming environment built on respect, teamwork, and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers, we prioritize service that is thoughtful, supportive, and rooted in genuine relationships.

DISCLAIMER

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary. As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer 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 protected by law.

ADA

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals’ religious beliefs or practices.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Caesars Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Caesars Entertainment will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.

Job Info

• Job Identification 90212
• Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary