Kitchen Help/ Prep (BELL GARDENS, CA. 90201)

Thebike; Bell Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkwest Casino in Bell Gardens, CA, is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support the Food & Beverage team with daily prep and service tasks.

You will assist with basic prep, station setup, and help cooks during busy service. A California Food Handler Card and ability to work weekends/evenings are required. No advanced education needed.

Qualifications

• Background check and drug test required.
• California Food Handler Card required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist kitchen team with basic prep (chopping, peeling, slicing).
• Washes, peels, and cuts fruits, vegetables, meats and other ingredients.
• Set up work stations and ingredients according to recipes.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads and entrees.
• Label and stock ingredients on shelves for organization.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with tasks; provide needed items.
• Carry food supplies, equipment and utensils to/from storage and work areas.
• Help prepare meats for buffet and banquet lines.
• Prepare daily menu set-ups and support specials.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a team player for a Kitchen Helper. If you’re the best at what you do and enjoy providing superior service in an exciting atmosphere we would love to meet you!

Parkwest Bicycle Casino is seeking a Kitchen Help in the Food & Beverage department. Kitchen Help will assist in preparing and serving/plating the food by performing the following duties and responsibilities below.

Responsibilities

• Assist the kitchen team with basic food preparation tasks, such as chopping, peeling, and slicing ingredients.
• Washes, peels, and cuts various foods, such as fruits and vegetables, meats or other meal prep.
• Dices and cuts food necessary for preparation of sauces, soups, gravies and stews.
• Set up work stations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads and entrees.
• Labels and stocks all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Maintains contact with the Butcher for the qualify and freshness of products.
• Assists Cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed; and provides cooks with needed items.
• Carry food supplies, equipment and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
• Helps prepare and carve all meats for buffet and Banquet lines.
• Prepares all the set-up requirements for daily menu and specials.
• Prepares pizza with toppings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass mandatory screening including a background check and drug test.
• Must possess a California Food Handler Card.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Able to deal effectively and interact well with customers and co-workers.
• Able to resolve problems/conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Available for full time work including weekends and evening scheduling; and ready for all programs and activities. Able to work varied shifts and flexible schedules.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members.
• Requires ability to multi-task effectively.
• Able to work independently
• Able to work within a team environment

Education / Experience:

• No specific education required. High School diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• One-two years’ experience in kitchen of comparable quality preferred but not required.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and carry tools, supplies, and inventory up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodation.

EEO Statement

Parkwest Casino is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hair styles), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and religious grooming), sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including transgender identity and transitioning), gender expression and sex stereotyping, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information (including genetic information), family care or medical leave status, military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, engaging in protected communications regarding Team Member wages, requesting a reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability or bona fide religious belief or practice, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

Min

USD $18.00/Hr.

Max

USD $18.00/Hr.