Line Cook - Silver Reef (Utah)

Ellis Island Casino; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life Insurance

Vision

Short-term Disability

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Ellis Island Casino is seeking a Line Cook at Silver Reef Craft & Kitchen in Saint George, UT. You will be responsible for preparing food based on recipes and menu items, maintaining an efficient kitchen operation, and ensuring cleanliness and safety standards.

The ideal candidate should demonstrate basic knife skills, have a strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and effectively interact with team members. This position is on-site and requires physical stamina.

Qualifications

• Basic knife skills are required.
• Ability to interact effectively with team members.
• Comprehension of health, safety, and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with stocking and setting up kitchen stations.
• Prepare food, including cleaning and cutting ingredients.
• Plating foods as per guidance from the Sous Chef.
• Work with servers to complete orders on time.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and utensils.
• Record fridge and line temperatures daily.

Skills

Knife skills

Team interaction

Adaptability to fast-paced environment

Health and safety knowledge

English comprehension

Job description

Line Cook (Silver Reef Craft & Kitchen)

Category: Food and Beverage

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: General Manager, Kitchen Manager, and Bar Manager

Job Description: The Line Cook position is responsible for preparing food using recipes and menu items created by the Sous Chef and Kitchen Manager. The Line Cook helps keep the kitchen running efficiently and smoothly.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Basic Life Insurance (included with the dental plan)
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Combo plan covering accidents, hospitalizations, and critical illnesses
• Paid time off
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k) retirement plan with company match (after 6 months of successful employment)

Location: In‑person in Saint George, UT, 84790. Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Responsibilities

• Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations.
• Preparing food, including cleaning, cutting the ingredients, cooking appetizers, snacks, main dishes, and desserts.
• Plating prepared foods based on the Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager's guidance.
• Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed in a timely manner according to the guest's requests.
• Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils, and storing equipment used at the end of all shifts.
• Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food and safety standards.
• Daily recording of fridge temperatures and line temperatures.
• Daily cleaning of kitchen equipment such as refrigerators, flat tops, and oil fryers. This includes cleaning under, behind, and the inside and outside of all equipment.
• Cross‑functional training in Prep Cooking, and the ability to assume those responsibilities as necessary based on the needs of the business.
• Put away food orders as they arrive, as needed.

Skills / Experience

• Requires basic knife skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively interact with fellow team members in a friendly, enthusiastic, and outgoing manner.
• Works well in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Comprehension of the English language, both written and oral.

Physical Requirements

• Work outdoors less than 25% of the time.
• Must possess the ability to lift, bend, and kneel.
• Must be able to stand and walk swiftly for long periods of time while carrying large service trays.
• Ability to work in environments that can be smoky, noisy, hot, cold, or humid.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance and lift 50 pounds with assistance.

Please note: This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions required for this position. Duties and/or responsibilities may be subject to revision to meet business needs.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.