Line Cook I (Ridotto) - Bossier City

Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland in Bossier City seeks a Line Cook I for Ridotto. You will prepare all food items, season and garnish, and ensure soups and sauces are ready. Maintain a clean cooking area and monitor daily inventory while upholding safety standards.

The role requires 1–3 years of line cook experience, a high school diploma or GED, and ability to work in an environment with alcohol and smoking. Regulatory licensure per LA Gaming Control Board may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Culinary arts coursework or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience as a line cook.
• Exposure to alcohol and smoking environments.
• Must be able to secure and maintain licensure as required by Louisiana Gaming Control Board or equivalent regulatory entity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items and maintain proper temperatures.
• Season and garnish dishes.
• Prepare soups and sauces.
• Keep cooking area clean and orderly.
• Monitor inventory and daily food orders.
• Ensure safety and security of staff and guests.
• Adjust performance based on local competition.

Skills

Kitchen equipment use

Reading/writing instructions

Creativity in cooking

Production lists comprehension

Record keeping

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary arts courses or equivalent experience

Job description

Why We Need Your Talents:

At Live! we pride ourselves in our exceptional people. Our Team Members are the foundation of our success and truly the most valuable part of the Live! brand

External Job Title

Line Cook I (Ridotto) - Bossier City

Overview

Why We Need Your Talents:

At Live! we pride ourselves in our exceptional people. Our Team Members are the foundation of our success and truly the most valuable part of the Live! brand

Cooks and prepares the food for the Restaurant. Assures that guests have a favorable dining experience.

Responsibilities

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Responsible for preparation of all food items and maintaining the temperature of the items.
• Responsible for seasoning and garnishing food.
• Responsible for preparing all soups and sauces.
• Responsible for keeping the cooking area clean and in an orderly state.
• Maintaining inventory and ordering food items on a daily basis.
• Ensure the safety and security of employees and guests.
• Monitor and adjust performance to local competition as warranted.
• Other 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.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Culinary arts courses or the equivalent experience.
• One (1) – three (3) years’ experience as a line of restaurant cook.
• You will be exposed to an alcohol and smoking environment and must be able to work in such environment.
• Must have the ability to secure and maintain licensure as required by Louisiana Gaming Control Board 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.