Lead Cook - Prime Rib - Maryland

Live! Casino & Hotel; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic culinary team at an exciting establishment that values creativity and teamwork. This role as a line cook involves preparing and cooking high-quality dishes while ensuring a safe and organized kitchen environment. You will have the opportunity to train new staff, collaborate closely with the culinary management, and ensure that guests enjoy a remarkable dining experience. The fast-paced atmosphere requires energy and a commitment to excellence, making each day an exciting challenge. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your culinary career in a supportive and fun environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Free Basic Life Insurance

Free Short & Long-Term Disability

Generous Retirement Savings Options

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

On-site Wellness Center

Training for Career Growth

Annual Merit Based Pay Increases

Free Food and Discounted Meals

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of experience as a line cook in a restaurant.
• Knowledge of sanitation and health regulations for food handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and instructions.
• Train new hires on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with culinary management for kitchen success.

Skills

Kitchen Equipment Usage

Basic Instruction Reading

Creativity in Cooking

Food Handling Knowledge

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Arts Courses

5+ Years Experience as Line Cook

Tools

Cooking Appliances

Job description

Min Compensation: USD $22.00/Hr. Max Compensation: USD $22.00/Hr.

Why We Need Your Talents:

Responsible for properly preparing and cooking all food items in a safe, timely, organized manner maintaining high quality of foods and demonstrating professionalism that reflects our company values. Assures that guests have a favorable dining experience.

Must have open availability for this position.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes or instructions provided.
• Train new hires and instruct staff on proper cooking techniques and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef or Chef D’Cuisine to ensure overall success of the kitchen and restaurant.
• Ensure stations are prepared to meet anticipated levels of business for the day, assisting fellow staff when needed.
• Validated on all stations (including Prep).
• Accomplish daily cleaning duties in an efficient manner following sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to properly handle high volume cooking and plating while maintaining consistent quality of food in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures to ensure employee safety.
• Follow all appropriate procedures and work under supervision of culinary management team.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• May occasionally interact directly with guests.
• Abide by company and department specific appearance standards.
• Demonstrate professionalism that reflects our brand and company values.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills to Help You Succeed:

• Ability to use all kitchen equipment and appliances.
• Ability to read and write basic instructions. Knowledge of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Ability to be creative with cooking and food preparation.
• Ability to read and interpret production lists, menus, and Banquet event orders.
• Ability to complete accurate record keeping.
• Knowledge of sanitation and health department regulations for safe handling of food.

Must-Haves:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Culinary arts courses or the equivalent experience.
• Five+ (5+) continuous years’ experience as a line cook in a restaurant.
• Must have the ability to secure and maintain licensure as required by MSLA or any other applicable regulatory entity as may be required to perform assigned duties, or as required by Live’s operating standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time without sitting or leaning.
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach while carrying food product, equipment, trash/waste weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift, carry, deliver food items weighing up to 50 pounds throughout a scheduled shift.
• Ability to work around 500 degree ovens and work within 40 degree walk-in refrigerators.
• Ability to stand and walk continually throughout a 10 hr. shift.

Perks We Offer You:

• Comprehensive group health benefits for full-time and part-time Team Members and their eligible dependents. Other benefits for full-time and part-time Team Members include:
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Free Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Generous retirement savings options
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site Wellness center for Team Members and eligible dependents (Maryland Property only).
• Training and pathways for career growth.
• Robust Rewards & Recognition Programs.
• Annual Merit Based Pay Increases.
• Discretionary Performance Bonuses.
• Discretionary Service Bonuses.
• Free parking.
• Free food and discounted meals.
• Live! Hotel, Food & Beverage, and Entertainment Discounts.

Life at Live!

Individuals chosen to be part of the Live! Team can expect:

• To be part of an exciting experience unlike any other in the market.
• To be given the power and responsibility to put service and community first.
• To come together as a strong team, while valuing and celebrating our diversity.
• To be given the tools, resources, and opportunity to grow in their career.
• To work hard and have fun.
• Live is a 24 hour /7 days per week high energy casino with a culture committed to fairness, teamwork, and most importantly FUN.
• The casino is large and fast paced, requiring the ability and energy to move about it with a true sense of urgency!
• Exposed to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke, bright lights, and loud noises.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.