Line Cook II: Fast-Paced Kitchen Leader

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa; Tejon (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa is seeking a Cook II to prepare high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen. Under the Sous Chef, you will grill, fry, broil, and pantry items, ensuring plates meet specifications and presentation standards.

You will work with a diverse team, maintain a clean workstation, and follow safety and gaming regulations. Two years of cook experience or a culinary degree is required, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Basic food preparation knowledge and line work experience.
• Licenses/certifications per Federal, State, and Gaming regulations.
• Two years’ experience as Cook Trainee or line cook, or a culinary degree/apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods for grilling, frying, broiling, or pantry as per menus.
• Ensure plates are aesthetically appealing and cooked to specs.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Assist coworkers to run the line efficiently.
• Follow safety protocols in a high-heat environment.
• Operate kitchen equipment (slicers, choppers, mixers, grinders).
• Review recipes and required documentation to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Computer systems

Flexible scheduling

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary arts degree

Two-year culinary training

Recognized apprenticeship

Tools

Slicers

Choppers

Mixers

Grinders

Job description

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa is seeking a Cook II to prepare high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen. Under the Sous Chef, you will grill, fry, broil, and pantry items, ensuring plates meet specifications and presentation standards.

You will work with a diverse team, maintain a clean workstation, and follow safety and gaming regulations. Two years of cook experience or a culinary degree is required, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.