Line Cook II - Part-Time - Virginia

Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Bonus Structure

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings with Company Match

Leadership Skills Development & Mentor

Tuition Reimbursement

Exclusive Discounts on Travel, Serviсe

Job summary

Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare all food items, maintain temperatures, season and garnish, and produce soups and sauces while keeping the workspace clean and organized.

You will also monitor inventory and place daily orders to keep service running smoothly. You must have a high school diploma or GED, culinary training or experience in a casual full-service restaurant, and be able to work in an environment with smoking.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Culinary education or 1–2 years in casual full-service restaurant.
• Must obtain Virginia Gaming licensure as required by law.
• Stand for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds.
• Environment permits smoking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items and maintain temperature.
• Season and garnish food.
• Prepare soups and sauces.
• Keep cooking area clean and orderly.
• Maintain inventory and place daily orders.
• Ensure safety and security of employees and guests.
• Monitor and adjust to local competition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen equipment operation

Basic instructions reading/writing

PPE knowledge

Creative cooking

Read/interprt production lists, menus,

Record keeping

Sanitation regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary courses or equivalent

Culinary education or 1–2 years casual restaurant exp

Job description

Min Compensation

USD $15.00/Hr.

Max Compensation

USD $20.18/Hr.

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 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.
• Requires a culinary education or a minimum 1-2 years of experience in a casual full service restaurant or establishment.
• You will work in an environment where smoking is allowed.
• Must have the ability to secure and maintain licensure as required by Virginia 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.

What We Offer

Perks We Offer You

• Generous Bonus Structure
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Leadership Skills Development & Mentorship Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Exclusive Discounts on Travel, Services, Goods and Entertainment

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.