Lead Cook - Asia - Azteca

Full House Resorts, Inc; Waukegan (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Cook in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role involves guiding and training cooks while ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and safety. You will be responsible for maintaining inventory, overseeing food production, and ensuring that all kitchen operations run smoothly. With a focus on quality and teamwork, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Voluntary Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance

Volunteer Time Off

Ventra Program

401K + Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in high-volume cooking required.
• Supervisory experience preferred, with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and train kitchen staff in food preparation and sanitation.
• Oversee inventory and ensure proper food storage practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.

Skills

Food preparation

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Description

The Lead Cook will direct, assist, train and retrain cooks in the preparation of food/food orders, as well as control production levels, proper recipe following and sanitation.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee and guide cooks in the following job functions as well as participate in closing shift responsibilities. Gather required paperwork and ensure all necessary items are completed. Responsible for preparation of prep and production list.
• Responsible for preparation of all food items that are needed. Have a complete understanding of all relative stations.
• Assist in daily inventory of product and the requisitions of same to see that shortages do not occur.
• Assist and monitor the preparation of items served.
• Use and store all food per rotation regulations: follow regulated expiration dates, date all items before use/storage.
• Responsible for training and retraining of all kitchen personnel. Communicate and update to keep co-workers informed.
• Be familiar with Safety policies and procedures. Attend and participate in all safety meetings.
• Be able to function and train in all areas (all kitchens, food prep, stock and dishwasher).
• Report all discrepancies, accidents and violations to the immediate Supervisor.
• Responsible for notifying the immediate Supervisor of any problems or concerns.
• Responsible for cleanliness, organization and preparedness of immediate work space and adjacent areas.
• Brief and communicate with the on-coming and out-going shifts and relay information to coworkers.
• Assist with special projects as directed by the Supervisor including but not limited to: Monthly meetings, Deli assistance, Special banquets, concerts and special guests.
• Keep up with emails and communication with cooks, chefs and other leads.
• Be able to keep good notes on production levels of cooks, and daily observations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years’ experience working in high-volume line cooking or production cooking in a full-service dining establishment or food service establishment, with at least two (2) years’ experience in supervisory capacity preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of food preparation and presentation.
• Capable of following procedures and taking direction.
• Possesses the ability to read recipes, production lists and any other necessary collateral paperwork, such as diagrams and logs, to be able to perform necessary duties.
• Must have good basic mathematical, organizational and communication skills.
• Must be an exemplary employee and display the ability to work well with others.
• Clean and proper work attire in accordance with company policy.
• Must be reliable, pleasant and possess a good attitude.
• Be able to provide good service to sometimes difficult situations.
• Able to cope in potentially stressful situations.

Preferred

Bi-lingual a plus.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary certifications and/or licenses as required by local gaming regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance.
• Volunteer Time Off.
• Ventra Program.
• 401K + Employer Match.
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Salary Range

$22.80 - $36.00

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Gambling Facilities and Casinos