High-Volume Kitchen Cook for Banquets & Sauces

Oak Grove Racing · Gaming · Hotel; Hensleytown (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, KY is seeking a Cook responsible for safely preparing food items to spec for service in all outlets.

Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, reading recipes, maintaining food costs, upholding health codes, and providing excellent guest service. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 1 year in a professional kitchen; ServSafe certification is preferred, and Kentucky gaming license eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience in a professional kitchen
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Able to obtain and maintain Kentucky gaming license

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to standard recipes and menus.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (slicer, steamer, fryer, ovens, grill).
• Provide excellent guest service to internal and external guests.
• Read recipes and measurements accurately and adjust as needed.
• Adhere to food-cost controls and health codes.
• Prepare compound sauces and document inventory for production.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Guest service

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification preferred

Kentucky gaming license eligibility

Tools

Slicer

Steamer

Deep fryer

Ovens

Grill

Mixer

Kettle

Job description

Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel in Oak Grove, KY is seeking a Cook responsible for safely preparing food items to spec for service in all outlets.

Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment, reading recipes, maintaining food costs, upholding health codes, and providing excellent guest service. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 1 year in a professional kitchen; ServSafe certification is preferred, and Kentucky gaming license eligibility is required.