Lead Specialty Cook - Open-Kitchen, Guest-Facing Chef

Ameristar Casino Resort Spa St. Charles; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Gaming Corporation in Saint Charles, MO is seeking an experienced Cook to join our kitchen team. You will follow memorized standard recipes, monitor production, and maintain station inventory while ensuring quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities include reading orders, preparing items per menu, coordinating with dining room staff, and supporting chefs to keep service smooth during peak hours; candidates should have solid knife skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a cook.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for duration of shift.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 75 pounds.
• Other physical requirements include reaching, grasping, bending, kneeling, and twisting.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary licenses and/or certifications.

Responsibilities

• Cook orders in a timely manner according to memorized standard recipes.
• Monitor food production to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain inventory of station and order stock.
• Learn and be familiar with all room outlets and answer questions about the property.
• Anticipate guests’ needs and respond with urgency.
• Read food orders and prepare items according to menu plans.
• Prepare items per standard recipes to ensure consistency.
• Wash, slice, peel and/or cut foods for cooking or serving.
• Coordinate and communicate on orders with dining room staff.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work environment and follow Health Department regulations.

Skills

Three years exp

Food safety

Teamwork

Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation in Saint Charles, MO is seeking an experienced Cook to join our kitchen team. You will follow memorized standard recipes, monitor production, and maintain station inventory while ensuring quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities include reading orders, preparing items per menu, coordinating with dining room staff, and supporting chefs to keep service smooth during peak hours; candidates should have solid knife skills and a team-oriented mindset.